ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Unfasten

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ʌnˈfɑːs(ə)n/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Unfasten is a verb meaning (transitive) To detach from any connecting agency or link; to disconnect.

Meaning

(transitive) To detach from any connecting agency or link; to disconnect.

More Meanings

  1. (intransitive) To come unloosed or untied.

Example Sentences

He doth unfasten so and shake a friend.

Word Forms

Synonyms for unfasten

Depending on context, synonyms include undo.

Antonyms for unfasten

Common opposites include button, button up, tie up, zip, zip up, secure.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include undoing, untying, loosen, unstrap, untie, unhitch.

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