unhold

/ʌnˈhɒld/

Definitions

1. verb

to free from restraint, confinement, or obligation

“The judge decided to unhold the arrested suspect, citing lack of evidence.”

2. verb

to refrain from holding or maintaining

“The company was forced to unhold its investments due to financial difficulties.”

3. noun

the act of freeing something from restraint, confinement, or obligation

“The unhold of the prisoner was a major news story, sparking widespread debate.”

Synonyms

  • free
  • release

Antonyms

  • confinement
  • imprison