To set at rest; to free, as from anything harmful or oppressive; to relieve; to clear; to liberate.
To leave (a place).
To release from obligation, accusation, penalty, etc.; to absolve; to acquit.
To stop, give up (an activity) (usually + gerund or verbal noun).
To resign from (a job, office, position, etc.).
To close (an application).
To abandon, renounce (a thing).
Any of numerous species of small passerine birds native to tropical America.
Released from obligation, penalty, etc; free, clear, or rid.
To keep in possession or use.
To employ by paying a retainer.
To hold back (a pupil) instead of allowing them to advance to the next class or year.
To keep in one's pay or service.
To hold secure.