Unstick
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Unstick is a verb meaning (transitive, sometimes figurative) To free from the condition of being stuck.
Meaning
(transitive, sometimes figurative) To free from the condition of being stuck.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To become freed from a stuck condition.
- (intransitive, aviation, of an aircraft) To leave the ground during takeoff.
Example Sentences
Starting to panic, I stepped back and put my foot right through the door. Outside, Nelson laughed. The door unstuck. I hopped on one leg as it swung outward, carrying my boot.
Add the rice and sauté until the first few grains begin to brown (about 3 minutes). Add peas, stock, and salt. Mix well and be sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to unstick any rice.
Word Forms
- unsticks
- unsticking
- unstuck
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include depart, take-off, launch, peel, fly, unstall.
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