uncap

[ uhn-kap ]

verb (used with object)

, un·capped, un·cap·ping.

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).

verb (used without object)

, un·capped, un·cap·ping.

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

uncap

/ 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)

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncap¹

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

Example Sentences

Uncap your highlighter, however, when you see the word “Yellowstone” or “father,” or “cancer.”

From The Daily Beast

Upon arriving at that place the men were ordered to uncap their muskets.

From Project Gutenberg

At other times uncap the fuze suited to the distance, and the one of longest time of burning.

From Project Gutenberg

He didn't uncap the pen until he had read the whole thing, and while he pored over the fine print I had time to catch my breath.

From Project Gutenberg