relose

/riˈloʊs/

Definitions

1. verb

to release or let go of something

“She had to relose her grip on the rope to avoid falling.”

2. verb

to release or set free, especially from a fixed or confined position

“The key was released and the door relosed itself.”

3. noun

a release or setting free, especially of something that was confined

“The relose of the dam caused the water to flow freely.”

Synonyms

  • release
  • unhinge

Antonyms

  • confine
  • lock