"spring-release" meaning in English

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Adjective

Head templates: {{en-adj|-}} spring-release (not comparable)
  1. Of a mechanical device, containing a component that compresses or extends a spring while held in place and so springs free when released. Tags: not-comparable Derived forms: spring-release tin
    Sense id: en-spring-release-en-adj-y6cBXxfn Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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