n The release or state of a former prisoner on the understanding that he/she checks in regularly and obeys the law.
n The amount of time a former prisoner spends on limited release.
n (archaic) A word of honor, especially given by a prisoner of war, to not engage in combat if released.
n (linguistics) Language in use, as opposed to language as a system.
n (US|immigration law) The permission for foreigner who does not meet the technical requirements for a visa to be allowed to enter the U.S. on humanitarian grounds.
v (transitive) To release (a prisoner) on the understanding that s/he checks in regularly and obeys the law.