earlyrelease

noun

UK /ˌɜː.li rɪˈliːs/

US /ˌɝː.li rɪˈliːs/

When someone gets to leave a place sooner than usual.

The students got an early release from school because of the snow.

SYNONYMS

early dismissal early departure early let-out early freedom

RELATED WORDS

dismissal release half-day schedule change let-out

OTHER MEANINGS

2. When a prisoner is allowed to leave prison before the usual time.

The prisoner was granted early release for good behavior.

3. When a movie, song, or game comes out before its planned date.

Fans were excited about the early release of the new game.

4. When a book or report is shared with people before the official date.

The company announced an early release of its yearly report.