probation
noun [ U ]
uk/prəʊˈbeɪʃən/ us HR
the period during which a new employee is watched closely to see if they are suitable for their job:
Many organizations operate a three-month probation period before making a position permanent.
WORKPLACE
the period during which a company, an employee, etc. is given a chance to improve their work or actions:
place/put sb on probation He was put on probation and disciplined for lying about his expenses.
LAW
a situation in which a criminal is allowed to stay out of prison if they do not commit any more crimes and follow particular rules:
get/be given/receive probation He pleaded guilty to resisting arrest and was given probation.