(transitive, idiomatic) to give someone the freedom to do what they want

(chiefly US, law) the legal philosophy that the Constitution should be read in a broad way that adapts to the changing times

(chiefly US, law) a broad interpretation of the Constitution, especially one strays from literal, textualist meaning and adapts to evolving circumstances

(rail transport, UK, historical) Of older railway wagons, having a chain coupling between them, without the buffers on each wagon touching those of the next wagon when the train was in motion.

(transitive) To set free, let go, release, liberate, unleash.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of hang loose

simple past tense and past participle of hang loose

present participle of hang loose

plural of screw loose

(slang) To be insane, irrational, or eccentric.