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Latin. n. Release. This is a release made by a creditor to his debtor of his debt, without receiving any consideration. It is a species of donation, but not subject to the forms of the latter, and is valid, unless in fraud of creditors. The acceptilation is an imaginary payment. (Civil Law) Gratuitous discharge; a release from debt or obligation without payment; free remission.

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