1. not having a muzzle on; free to bite or bark
2. free to speak or express oneself without restraint
Usage: figurative

1. past tense and past participle of unmuzzle; removed a muzzle from

Examples

• The unmuzzled dog barked loudly at strangers.
• After the policy change, reporters felt unmuzzled and could ask tough questions.
• The veterinarian unmuzzled the calm patient after the examination.
• The unmuzzled press began investigating the scandal more aggressively.
• She unmuzzled her horse before letting it graze in the field.
• The unmuzzled critics finally voiced their true opinions about the performance.
• Once unmuzzled, the rescue dog showed its friendly personality.