delayed-release
|de-layed-re-lease|
/dɪˈleɪd rɪˈliːs/
release after a delay
Etymology
'delayed-release' is a compound word formed in English from 'delayed' (meaning 'postponed') and 'release' (meaning 'to set free or allow to flow out').
The term 'delayed-release' emerged in the 20th century with the development of pharmaceutical technology that allowed for controlled timing of drug release.
Initially, 'delayed-release' referred specifically to the timing of drug release, and this meaning has remained consistent in medical and pharmaceutical contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
(of a drug or medication) designed to release its active ingredient(s) at a later time after administration, rather than immediately.
The doctor prescribed a delayed-release tablet to reduce stomach irritation.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 05:47