pro-release
|pro-re-lease|
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/proʊ-rɪˈliːs/
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/prəʊ-rɪˈliːs/
supporting release
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pro-release' originates from the prefix 'pro-' meaning 'in favor of' and the word 'release' meaning 'to set free or make available'.
Historical Evolution
'pro-release' combines the prefix 'pro-' from Latin, meaning 'for' or 'in favor of', with the English word 'release'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in favor of releasing', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a stance or policy favoring the release of something, often used in contexts like software or media.
The company adopted a pro-release strategy for their new software update.
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Last updated: 2025/03/05 04:14