unarm
Americanverb (used with object)
verb
Etymology
Origin of unarm
First recorded in 1300–50, unarm is from the Middle English word unarmen. See un- 2, arm 2
Example Sentences
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Away with him, lads; cherish him kindly, unarm him gently, and set him a-grinding corn till his ransom be paid—away!
From The Geste of Duke Jocelyn by Jeffery Farnol
Will ye unarm, and yield your selves his prisoners?
From Beaumont & Fletcher's Works (2 of 10) - the Humourous Lieutenant by Francis Beaumont
So the lady dismounted from her mule, and Sir Launcelot dismounted from his horse, and the lady aided Sir Launcelot to unarm himself.
From The Story of the Champions of the Round Table by Howard Pyle
And I, said he, will so do that thou mayst fear me the less; for I will unarm me when the night cometh, and thou thyself shalt keep mine hauberk and sword and anlace.
From The Water of the Wondrous Isles by William Morris
Traitor, I make you this offer: I will take off my helmet, unarm my left side, and tie my left hand behind my back.
From King Arthur and His Knights by Walter J. Enright
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