timed-release

[ tahymd-ri-lees ]

/ ˈtaɪmd rɪˈlis /

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adjective Pharmacology.

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Also time-release.

Origin of timed-release

First recorded in 1975–80

Words nearby timed-release

time dilatation, time dilation, time discount, time-division multiplex, time draft, timed-release, time exposure, time flies, time frame, time hangs heavy, Time heals all wounds

How to use timed-release in a sentence

Rashad was there to celebrate the release of the Civil Rights drama Selma.
Phylicia Rashad and the Cult of Cosby Truthers|Stereo Williams|January 8, 2015|DAILY BEAST
The United States government might not release that information for years, if ever.
Was Sony Hit With a Second Hack?|Shane Harris|January 8, 2015|DAILY BEAST
On his eighth try, more than three decades after he went in, the parole board finally voted to release Sam.
His First Day Out Of Jail After 40 Years: Adjusting To Life Outside|Justin Rohrlich|January 3, 2015|DAILY BEAST
The “nature of the crime” was too serious to release him, they said.
His First Day Out Of Jail After 40 Years: Adjusting To Life Outside|Justin Rohrlich|January 3, 2015|DAILY BEAST

And so, he says he left prison without proper ID, just his release papers and the “dress-out gear” he was given by the state.
His First Day Out Of Jail After 40 Years: Adjusting To Life Outside|Justin Rohrlich|January 3, 2015|DAILY BEAST
He has secured the release of certain Spanish prisoners, and is building two ships.
The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898, Volume XX, 1621-1624|Various
He had no rest until the seals were fixed to parchment, and the warrant of his release appeared in public print.
Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine, No. CCCXXXIX. January, 1844. Vol. LV.|Various
The strenuous efforts made by the Spaniards to secure their release are fully referred to in Chap.
The Philippine Islands|John Foreman
The whole party was captured by the insurgents, who were afterwards ordered to release them all.
The Philippine Islands|John Foreman
Now at the feast the governor was wont to release unto the multitude one prisoner, whom they would.
His Last Week|William E. Barton

Medical definitions for timed-release

timed-release

adj.

Releasing ingredients gradually to produce a sustained effect.