Synonyms

unwrap

American

[uhn-rap] / ʌnˈræp /

verb (used with object)

unwrapped, unwrapping

to remove or open the wrapping of.
to open (something wrapped).

Sheila unwrapped the Christmas presents quickly.

verb (used without object)

unwrapped, unwrapping

to become unwrapped.

unwrap British

/ ʌnˈræp /

verb

to remove the covering or wrapping from (something) or (of something wrapped) to have the covering come off

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Etymology

Origin of unwrap

1200–50; Middle English unwrappen; see un- ², wrap

Example Sentences

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Unwrap the second piece of dough, and use the plastic wrap to tightly wrap up the first piece.

From Salon • May 23, 2022

Unwrap, rewrap with a fresh towel and repeat.

From Washington Post • Dec. 9, 2021

Unwrap the foil from the top and enjoy the warm and gooey melted deliciousness.

From Fox News • Jul. 10, 2021

Unwrap dough logs, and slice into rounds ¼- to ½-inch thick.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 8, 2020

Unwrap the paper, take out the vegetables, and serve with any preferred sauce.

From How to Cook Fish by Reed, Myrtle

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