noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
release; liberation; acquittal
Formal term for releasing someone from custody, detention, or imprisonment. Often used in legal and news contexts. Can refer to acquittal or discharge.
容疑者は証拠不十分で釈放された。
The suspect was released due to insufficient evidence.
裁判所は彼の釈放を命じた。
The court ordered his release.