What does unbutton mean?
Unbutton means (ambitransitive) To open (something) by undoing its buttons..
Unbutton
/ʌnˈbʌtən/ · verb
Meaning
(ambitransitive) To open (something) by undoing its buttons..
Definitions by Sense
- (ambitransitive) To open (something) by undoing its buttons.
- (intransitive, ergative) To come open by having its buttons unfastened.
Example Sentences
Being now too high wound up to bear a delay, he unbutton'd, and drawing out the engine of love-assaults, drove it currently, as at a ready-made breach
"Mr Baxter, I think?" said the latter. He had laid aside his dripping umbrella and was unbuttoning overcoat and coat to reach an inner pocket.
He was so muscled and firm, and the canvas shirt under his jacket unbuttoned easily.
Synonyms for unbutton
Antonyms for unbutton
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Word Forms
- unbuttons
- unbuttoning
- unbuttoned
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for unbutton?
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What is the opposite of unbutton?
Possible antonyms include button.
How do you use unbutton in a sentence?
Being now too high wound up to bear a delay, he unbutton'd, and drawing out the engine of love-assaults, drove it currently, as at a ready-made breach
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