verb
- to make loose or looser; to unfasten or release
Usage: often considered nonstandard; ‘loosen’ is preferred
Examples
- She tried to unloosen the tight knot in the rope.
- The mechanic had to unloosen several bolts to access the engine.
- He unloosened his tie after the long meeting.
- The rain helped unloosen the packed soil in the garden.
- Please unloosen your grip on my arm.
- The warm water will unloosen the stuck lid.