day release
The term "day release" is used in contexts of employment and corrections, allowing individuals temporary leave for educational or rehabilitative purposes.
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Definition
B2Employment
(formal, common)A system allowing employees to take time off work, usually one day a week, to attend educational courses or training.
Example
- She was on day release from her job to complete her diploma course.
B2Corrections
(formal, common)A program permitting prisoners to leave the facility for a day to participate in work, education, or other activities before returning.
Example
- The inmate was granted day release to attend a vocational training program.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "day release":