release
/rɪˈlis/
noun
- The act of setting someone or something free.
- The release of the hostages was celebrated by everyone.
- She felt a sense of release after quitting her stressful job.
- The animal's release into the wild was a success.
- A new movie, song, product, or piece of information that is made available to the public.
- The latest software release includes several new features.
- The press release announced the date of the election.
- The band's new release quickly reached number one.
- A device or mechanism that allows something to be let go or activated.
- The emergency release opens the door automatically.
- He pulled the release on the parachute harness.
- The camera's shutter release is on the top of the body.
verb
- To set free from confinement, captivity, or restraint.
- She released the dog from its leash so it could run.
- The prisoner was released after serving ten years.
- The zookeepers will release the rescued birds back into the wild.
- To allow something to move, fall, or be let go.
- He released the rope, and the bucket fell into the well.
- Press the button to release the safety lock.
- The driver released the brake and the car rolled forward.
- To make a movie, song, product, or information available to the public.
- The studio will release the new superhero film next summer.
- The band released their debut album last week.
- The company released a statement about the new policy.
- To emit or give off something, such as a gas, smell, or emotion.
- Laughing helps release tension and stress.
- The volcano released a cloud of ash into the sky.
- Cooking onions releases a strong smell.