to unclamp
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5.1
- verb
- /ʌnˈklæmp/
- Specialized
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desbloquear
- In Svensson et al.'s study design, CSF was allowed to drain without impediment during aortic cross-clamping and was stopped after the aorta was unclamped.
And well, if we clamp the nuclei, molecules don't have the nuclei clamped, we have to unclamp them.
- And well, if we clamp the nuclei, molecules don't have the nuclei clamped, we have to unclamp them.
Examples
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I'm going to unclamp slowly.
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This is just clamped off and when you unclamp it, you should be able to get by the gas from this and light it.
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Before using the tool, make sure to unclamp the safety mechanism.
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The technician will unclamp the device so we can replace the batteries.
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After you unclamp the pipe, the water will flow freely again.
Synonyms
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1.0
Make something less tight so it can move or open
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2.5
To take something off where it hangs, like a coat or necklace
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3.0
Turn something so a lid or other fastened part comes off
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3.7
To take off a small metal or plastic piece that holds something together
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3.4
To open something by undoing a button or zipper
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3.9
To take off a belt or band that holds something in place
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3.7
To move a metal bar or lock that keeps a door closed
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6.4
To free something by untying ropes or cords
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5.6
To open something held closed by a small metal catch or let go of something you were holding
Untie rope or straps that hold something in place
To make something less tight or free it from something holding it
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Etymology
The word unclamp is made from un- meaning 'remove' and clamp meaning 'to hold something tightly'. So to unclamp an object is to take the clamp off and let it become loose or free.