release position

[/rɪˈliːs pəˈzɪʃən/]
nounpl: release positions
posição de liberação
1. In sports (particularly archery, golf, or martial arts), the specific body posture and hand/finger placement at the moment of releasing an object or executing a technique
The archer's release position is critical for accuracy and consistency.
A posição de liberação do arqueiro é crítica para a precisão e consistência.
2. In manufacturing or machinery, the positioned state of a component when it is about to be discharged or removed from a holding mechanism
Check that the safety catch is in the correct release position before operating.
Verifique se o trinco de segurança está na posição de liberação correta antes de operar.
3. In ergonomics and occupational safety, the posture adopted by a worker when discharging or letting go of an object
Proper release position prevents strain injuries in repetitive work tasks.
A posição de liberação adequada previne lesões por esforço em tarefas repetitivas.
This term is predominantly used in technical and sports contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it's particularly important in martial arts, archery (tiro com arco), and volleyball instruction. The concept emphasizes biomechanical precision and is central to sports coaching methodology in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
release stancedischarge positionletting-go positionexecution position
Antonyms / Antônimos
loading positionholding positiongrip positionpreparation position

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
posição de liberação
Standard term used in sports and technical contexts
Brazil (Sports context)
posição de saque
Used specifically in volleyball when referring to serving position
Portugal
posição de libertação
European Portuguese variant, less common in technical sports terminology
Brazil (Archery/Shooting)
posição de disparo
Specific term used in archery and firearms contexts

Related Words

releasepositionstanceposturetechniquemechanicsfollow-through

Related Idioms & Phrases

find one's release position
master the release position
nail the release
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