manual release

[ˈmæn.ju.əl rɪˈlis]
nounpl: manual releases
liberação manual
1. the action of releasing or freeing something by hand, without automatic or electronic means
In case of emergency, use the manual release to open the door.
Em caso de emergência, use a liberação manual para abrir a porta.
2. a physical mechanism or lever designed to be operated by hand to disengage or unlock a device
The manual release button is located on the side of the equipment.
O botão de liberação manual está localizado no lado do equipamento.
3. the intentional discharge or distribution of something by human operation
The manual release of the parachute requires precise timing.
A liberação manual do paraquedas requer timing preciso.
Manual release mechanisms are particularly important in Brazilian industrial safety protocols and emergency procedures. The term is widely used in manufacturing, aviation, and public transportation contexts. Understanding manual release procedures is considered essential safety knowledge in Brazilian workplaces and is often emphasized in occupational safety training (NR - Normas Regulamentadoras).
Synonyms / Sinônimos
hand releasemechanical releasemanual operationhand operation
Antonyms / Antônimos
automatic releaseelectronic releaseautomatic operation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
liberação manual
standard term used in technical and emergency contexts
São Paulo
liberação manual / soltura manual
both terms are commonly used in industrial settings
Rio de Janeiro
liberação à mão
alternative colloquial form less frequently used
Portugal
libertação manual / desencravamento manual
Portuguese Portuguese uses slightly different terminology in technical contexts

Related Words

levermechanismunlockdisengageactivationtrigger

Related Idioms & Phrases

in case of emergency, break glass and use manual release
pull the manual release lever
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