Release: meaning, definitions and examples

Used when something is made available to the public, such as a product, movie, or book.

• The new movie will have its release next Friday
• The company announced the release of their latest software update

Used in marketing and business contexts to describe the start or first public appearance of a product or service.

• The company will launch its new smartphone next month
• We attended the launch of the new marketing campaign

Used when presenting something new for the first time, often in a formal or educational setting.

• The introduction of the new curriculum was well received by the teachers
• The CEO made the official introduction of the new team members

Used when formally allowing something or someone to go or be free from confinement or restraint. Often used in official or legal contexts.

• The prisoner was released from jail after serving his sentence.
• The company will release the new software update next month.

Often used in historical, social, or political contexts when referring to freeing groups of people or areas from oppression or control.

• The soldiers worked to liberate the town from enemy forces.
• The movement aims to liberate people from social inequality.

Typically used in everyday situations when something or someone is no longer confined, attached, or under control. It can also mean not having to pay for something.

• She wanted to free the bird from its cage.
• The store is giving away free samples today.

Commonly used in informal speech to describe the action of letting someone or something move away freely or to stop holding onto something. It can sometimes have a negative connotation when referring to being fired from a job.

• You need to let go of the past and move on.
• The company decided to let go of several employees due to budget cuts.