unloosen

verb

un·​loos·​en ˌən-ˈlü-sᵊn How to pronounce unloosen (audio)
unloosened; unloosening; unloosens

Examples of unloosen in a Sentence

a relaxing bath unloosened all the mental and physical tension that had been building throughout the day

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unloosen was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Unloosen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unloosen. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

unloosen

verb
un·​loos·​en ˌən-ˈlüs-ᵊn How to pronounce unloosen (audio)
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