unlash

American

[uhn-lash] / ʌnˈlæʃ /

verb (used with object)

to loosen, unfasten, or detach, as something lashed or tied fast.

unlash British

/ ʌnˈlæʃ /

verb

(tr) to untie or unfasten

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Etymology

Origin of unlash

First recorded in 1740–50; un- ² + lash ²

Example Sentences

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A bear had crossed close ahead, and before he could unlash his rifle the komatik had dashed right onto the animal, who, instead of running, stood up and showed fight.

From A Labrador Doctor The Autobiography of Wilfred Thomason Grenfell by Grenfell, Wilfred Thomason, Sir

They forgot to unlash the wheels before they started, so the dog-cart came up-street on skids, as it were, screaming holy murder on the granite flags—which in turn saved the near wheel from destruction.

From Guns of the Gods by Mundy, Talbot

We were forced to unlash all the strips running from side to side and insert supports, made of smaller bones, across the middle each way.

From Under the Andes by Stout, Rex

I therefore said that I would make no noise if they would unlash my arms and legs and bring me some food.

From Dick Cheveley His Adventures and Misadventures by Groome, William H. C.

Next he was at my side ordering me to unlash the wheel and stand by.

From News from the Duchy by Quiller-Couch, Arthur Thomas, Sir

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