to unclasp
3
5.6
- verb
- /ʌnˈklæsp/
:
desabrochar
- The new boy unclasped his hands and rubbed his wrists as if they had just been unshackled.
- unclasp her bra
- unclasp my seat belt
- unclasp the necklace
Examples
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Then he unclasped the necklace, saying lightly, "This will be your opera jewel."
Fiction book (1990) -
The sergeant bounded from his chair, unclasped his belt, and pulled it through the belt loops.
Fiction book (1995) -
But as the women unclasped hands,
Fiction book (2001) -
"Place in my hands the wonderful key/That shall unclasp and set me free," the ladies sang across the street.
Fiction book (2002) -
You will have to stoop, but don't unclasp your hands.
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Maureen unclasped her watch and handed it to Iris.
Fiction book (1995) -
Reaching behind, he unclasped two of the buckles along his spine, pinching them through the stiff canvas.
Fiction book (1996) -
Gingerly, the foreman unclasped the poster and studied it intently for a while.
Fiction book (1991) -
She unclasped the bracelet from her wrist before going to bed.
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After the alarm went off, he quickly unclasped his seat belt and exited the car.
Synonyms
356
1.9
To stop holding something so it is not in your hand
91
1.0
Make a knot or lace loose by undoing it
35
2.5
To take something off where it hangs, like a coat or necklace
20
4.3
To open something by breaking or removing a seal
18
8.6
Let go of someone or something you are holding
17
8.0
To remove handcuffs from someone's wrists
7
3.2
Open something by lifting or releasing a small catch that holds it closed
6
3.7
To take off a small metal or plastic piece that holds something together
5
3.4
To open something by undoing a button or zipper
4
5.7
To take off something that is attached to another thing, like a trailer or bicycle
4
3.9
To take off a belt or band that holds something in place
3
3.7
To move a metal bar or lock that keeps a door closed
3
6.4
To free something by untying ropes or cords
3
3.8
To untie strings that close shoes or clothing
1
4.2
Open something that closes with a small button, like a purse or jacket
1
6.6
To release something that is tied or fastened so it can move away
1
7.0
To make something less tight or set something free
1
5.1
To loosen or remove a clamp that holds something
1
5.0
To open a gate or window by taking off the small catch that holds it closed
1
3.5
To remove something that is stuck with glue
To remove a bar or bolt from a door so it can open
To release a catch or latch, for example a seatbelt
Untie rope or straps that hold something in place
To untie a knot so it comes apart
To make something less tight or free it from something holding it
Let go of something you are holding, physically or emotionally
To let go of something you hold tightly
To make something loose after it is fastened
To pull small nails or pins out of something
Antonyms
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Unclasp starts with un- meaning 'reverse' and the root clasp meaning 'to hold tightly' or a 'fastener' on a necklace. So, to unclasp is to 'undo the hold' and open or release something that is fastened, or to let go after you have been holding it.