unclasp
to become unclasped, as the hands or arms.
to release or relax the grasp.
Origin of unclasp
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How to use unclasp in a sentence
Passing the Pine slowly, she stopped and turned back to it, unclasping the necklace from her throat.
The Trail of the Lonesome Pine | John Fox, Jr.Raising one hand and unclasping it, she threw upon the beach a small white shell, saying as she did so, "for dear Cora."
Peak's Island | Ford PaulA small gold locket fell into his hand, unclasping which, he beheld the portrait of a beautiful girl of eighteen or nineteen.
Sir Jasper Carew | Charles James LeverI stood clasping and unclasping my hands, and staring at Jane.
A Plucky Girl | L. T. MeadeThere was a skirt which, by unclasping its belt, could be taken on or off in an instant.
The Cassowary | Stanley Waterloo
British Dictionary definitions for unclasp
/ (ʌnˈklɑːsp) /
(tr) to unfasten the clasp of (something)
to release one's grip (upon an object)
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