Meaning of the word liberate in English

What does liberate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

liberate

US /ˈlɪb.ə.reɪt/
UK /ˈlɪb.ər.eɪt/
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Verb

to set someone free from a situation, especially imprisonment or slavery, in which their liberty is severely restricted

Example:
The army arrived to liberate the city from the invaders.
They hope the new law will liberate people from poverty.