Meaning of the word "life sentence" in English

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life sentence

US /ˈlaɪf ˌsen.təns/
UK /ˈlaɪf ˌsen.təns/
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Noun

1.

a sentence of imprisonment for the remainder of the convicted person's life

Example:
He received a life sentence for the murder.
The judge handed down a life sentence without parole.
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