The word for freedom (6)
I believe the answer is:
parole
'the word' is the definition.
(synonyms)
I don't understand how the remainder of the clue works.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for parole that I've seen before include "Conditional release from imprisonment" , "Release (a prisoner) on the promise of good conduct" , "Lop ear (anag.)" , "Promise - conditional release" , "Conditionally release" .)