uncap

American  

[uhn-kap] / ʌnˈkæp /

verb (used with object)

uncapped, uncapping

1. to remove a cap or cover from (a bottle, container, etc.).

2. to free from limits or restrictions.

   The union is demanding that cost-of-living allowances be uncapped.

3. to remove a cap or hat from (the head of a person).

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verb (used without object)

uncapped, uncapping

1. to remove the cap or hat from the head, as in respect.

uncap British  

/ ʌnˈkæp /

verb

1. (tr) to remove a cap or top from (a container)

   to uncap a bottle

2. to remove a cap from (the head)

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Etymology

Origin of uncap

First recorded in 1560–70; un- ² + cap ¹

Example Sentences

Yet, even as extreme heat dries up more aquifers and wells and leaves more people thirsty, luxury water has become fashionable among the world’s privileged, who uncap and taste it like fine wine.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 20, 2023

But as I uncap them, I feel woozy.

From New York Times • May 12, 2022

CEO Mary Barra noted the Detroit automaker is making big investments in EV and it needs key provisions in the proposal "that are going to uncap EV credits."

From Reuters • Jan. 26, 2022

A better solution might just be to uncap the PPP’s funding entirely so that any businesses that need a loan can get one.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2020

“Well, they just—thanks, Aunt Heidi”—I uncap the Vitamin Water and inhale it—“asked me to wait in the hall while the team talks things over.”

From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle