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Def: a person who has recently started a job and who is being tested before having a permanent job
Example: A probationer whose work has not proved adequate for establishment in his post shall be dismissed.
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Def: a person who has been found guilty of committing a crime but is on probation rather than in prison
Example: Probationers who violate conditions of release-often because of drug and alcohol problems-cycle through the local correctional system at high cost.
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1.Synonyms: 'probationary employee' or 'employee on probation'.
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