unthread

[ uhn-thred ]

verb (used with object)

1. to draw out or take out the thread from:

   to unthread a sewing machine.

2. to thread one's way through or out of, as a densely wooded forest.
3. to disentangle; separate out of a raveled or confused condition:

   to unthread a mystery.

unthread

/ ʌnˈθrɛd /

verb

1. to draw out the thread or threads from (a needle, etc)
2. to disentangle

Word History and Origins

Origin of unthread¹

First recorded in 1585–95; un- ² + thread

Example Sentences

He has also unthreaded the light of the sun, as ladies unthread a tissue of gold.

From Project Gutenberg

J—— teazes me, and makes me unthread my needle, and then I feel angry; and I know God does not love me then.

From Project Gutenberg

Unthread the needle, allowing a half inch to extend out of the back.

From Project Gutenberg