(law) a way of dealing with offenders without imprisoning them; a defendant found guilty of a crime is released by the court without imprisonment subject to conditions imposed by the court; "probation is part of the sentencing process"
a trial period during which an offender has time to redeem himself or herself
a trial period during which your character and abilities are tested to see whether you are suitable for work or for membership
a sail set next above the topgallant on a royal mast
invested with royal power as symbolized by a crown; "the royal (or crowned) heads of Europe"
being of the rank of a monarch; "of royal ancestry"; "princes of the blood royal"
of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch; "the royal party"; "the royal crest"; "by royal decree"; "a royal visit"
established or chartered or authorized by royalty; "the Royal Society"