What does "day release" mean?

Temporary liberation from a prison, for the period of one day.

What is a synonym for "day release"?

Common synonyms include: temporary release.

noun

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Noun

1
Temporary liberation from a prison, for the period of one day. uncountable
"She committed a murder while on day release."
2
Paid leave of absence from employment (one day per week) to attend college. uncountable

"She committed a murder while on day release."