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Definition relieve of in American English

relieve of phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to take a responsibility or obligation from someone so that they do not have to do it

Example

The new law relieves the mayor of responsibility for the police force.

Synonyms and related words
take charge (of) see to handle answer for accept carry
2

to make someone leave their job, usually because they have done something wrong

Example

I have been relieved of my position as Artistic Director.

Synonyms and related words
fire lay off retire
3

to steal something from someone

Example

It was a clever attempt to relieve him of his fortune.

Synonyms and related words
steal walk off with rob
Definition relieve of in American English