release
Translation
to set free, to make public, to launch, to let go
Examples
The band will release their new album next month.
The band will release their new album next month.
He was released from prison after ten years.
He was released from prison after ten years.
She released his hand and stepped back.
She released his hand and stepped back.
The factory releases chemicals into the river.
The factory releases chemicals into the river.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) available The band will release their new album.
((sb.)) ((from sth.)) to set (sb.) free from (sth.) He was released from prison.
Similar Words
Synonyms: free, publish, launch; Antonyms: hold, confine, suppress
Etymology
From 're-' (again, back) and Old French 'laissier' (to let go). Literally 'to let go back'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 're-leasing' a dog from its leash, letting it run free again.