n. 1 temporary or permanent release of a prisoner before the expiry of a sentence, on the promise of good behaviour. 2 such a promise. v. (ling) put (a prisoner) on parole. [French, word: related to PARLANCE] parotid Ma’rotid/ adj. situated near the ear. n. (in full parotid gland) salivary gland in front of the ear. [Greek: related to PARA), ous it ear] paroxysm Vparak,siz(a)m/ n. 1 (often foll. by of) sudden attack or outburst (of rage, coughing, etc.). 2 fit of disease. z paroxysmal psum(a)1/ adj. [Greek oxus sharp]
