deallocate

Verb

To remove from the set of resources put aside for (allocated to) a particular user or purpose.
To return previously allocated memory.

Examples

Computer programs should deallocate memory they no longer need, releasing it back to the system.
Empty out your locker; it will be deallocated at the end of the day.

Origin / Etymology

From de- + allocate.

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