just-released
|just-re-leased|
B2
/dʒʌst rɪˈliːst/
(release)
set free
Etymology
Etymology Information
'release' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'reles,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'laisser' meant 'to let go.'
Historical Evolution
'reles' transformed into the Middle English word 'relesen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'release.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to let go or set free,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'making something available to the public.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
recently made available to the public or market.
The just-released movie is already a hit.
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Last updated: 2025/05/19 11:11