unbundle
Americanverb (used with object)
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to separate the charges for (related products or services usually offered as a package).
to unbundle computer hardware and software.
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to separate (charges for related products or services).
to unbundle charges for telephone service.
verb (used without object)
verb
Etymology
Origin of unbundle
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A spokesperson for WizzAir said that part of its "ultra low-cost" structure allows customer to "unbundle" its products so that they only pay for what they need.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2023
Since then, firms operating in the European Union have been required to "unbundle" or itemize charges to investors for research such as stock picks, bespoke studies and meetings with analysts.
From Reuters ● Jun. 28, 2023
But competition has served to unbundle fees and push management fees lower.
From Washington Post ● May 16, 2022
It’s gotten the company into hot water with the European Union and forced it to create a browser ballot and unbundle apps.
From The Verge ● Sep. 4, 2019
So cut your cord, or don't; unbundle or not, but figure out a way to see "Olive Kitteridge," because it is a work of art.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2014
The problem began when we unbundled, canceling our landline, which was like pulling the last thread that kept our lives from unraveling.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
Spirit offered uber-low, unbundled fares, charging more for carry-ons and picking a seat in advance of boarding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 23, 2026
Experts say airlines started to really embrace the a la carte — or unbundled — pricing model when online travel-booking platforms came of age several years ago.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 10, 2026
Endeavor modeled valuations for the women’s basketball tournament both bundled and unbundled, Mandel said.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 4, 2024
She unbundled a blanket and spread it out to make a bed for herself.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
Two decades ago, customers grumbled about U.S. airlines charging for checked bags, which was the start of all the unbundling that followed.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
He said that before Spirit began unbundling its fees, it was struggling and fairly directionless.
From Slate ● Oct. 15, 2024
Among the numerous recommendations in the Kaplan report was to consider unbundling the women’s basketball tournament from the rest of the championships.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 4, 2024
Airlines say that by "unbundling" extras such as food and drink or cabin baggage from the ticket price, travellers get more choice and cheaper fares overall.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2023
They dumped their loads and began unbundling them.
From Acid Bath by Herman B. Vestal
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