definition of
relinquish

[1] #1 relinquish v. [release, resign, free, give up] part with a possession or right; "I am relinquishing my bedroom to the long-term house guest"; "resign a claim to the throne". wn

[2] #2 relinquish v. [waive, forgo, forego, foreswear, dispense with] do without or cease to hold or adhere to; "We are dispensing with formalities"; "relinquish the old ideas". wn

[3] #3 relinquish v. [foreswear, renounce, quit] turn away from; give up; "I am foreswearing women forever". wn

[4] #4 relinquish v. [let go of, let go, release] release, as from one's grip; "Let go of the door handle, please!"; "relinquish your grip on the rope--you won't fall". wn