Relinquish
volume
British pronunciation/ɹɪlˈɪnkwɪʃ/
American pronunciation/ɹiˈɫɪŋkwɪʃ/, /ɹɪˈɫɪŋkwɪʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "relinquish"

to relinquish
01

to let go or release something from one's hold

to relinquish definition and meaning
example
Example
click on words
As the child took his first steps, the mother slowly relinquished her hold on his hand.
He had to relinquish his grasp on the rope, letting it slip through his fingers.
02

to voluntarily give up or surrender control, possession, or responsibility over something

example
Example
click on words
For the sake of the team, she chose to relinquish her leadership role.
After years of ownership, they chose to relinquish their family home.
03

turn away from; give up

04

do without or cease to hold or adhere to

LanGeek
Download LanGeek app
langeek application

Download Mobile App

stars

app store