release

Definitions

1. noun

   The act of setting someone or something free.

   Examples

   • Negotiators secured the release of the hostages.
   • The zoo celebrated the release of the eagle.
2. noun

   The time when a new product or version is made public.

   Examples

   • The company announced the release of its software update.
   • The studio delayed the album's release by two months.
3. noun

   A new film, album or product that has just come out.

   Examples

   • The shop advertised all the latest releases.
   • This album is her most awaited release yet.
4. noun

   Something that is let go.

   Examples

   • They marked the day with a release of butterflies.
   • The dam's release sent water rushing downstream.
5. noun

   The act of giving up a claim, such as a debt.

   Examples

   • The bank agreed to a release of the debt.
   • He signed a release, giving up any further claim.
6. noun

   Relief from pain or worry.

   Examples

   • The therapy offered a release from years of pain.
   • Crying gave her a release from stress.
   ≈alleviation≈relief≈alleviation≈comfort≈consolation +6 more
7. noun

   The process in which a chemical is set free.

   Examples

   • The release happens slowly as the tablet dissolves.
   • Scientists measured the release of gas from the reaction.
8. noun

   The way a sound or note is ended.

   Examples

   • The singer ended the last note with a clean release.
   • A soft release suits the end of this phrase.
9. noun

   An old railway card that told drivers they could go on.

   Examples

   • The signalman handed the driver a release card.
   • The release let the train go past the block.
10. noun

    A part in an old electric motor that stops it if a circuit breaks.

    Examples

    • The release stopped the motor when the circuit broke.
    • Engineers tested the release to be sure it would trip.