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unfasten

verb un·fas·ten \-ˈfa-s^ən\

: to make (something) loose

Full Definition of UNFASTEN

transitive verb

: to make loose: as

a : unpin, unbuckle

b : undo <unfasten a button>

c : detach <unfasten a boat from its moorings>

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First Known Use of UNFASTEN

14th century

Related to UNFASTEN

Synonyms: unbind, undo, untie, unlash

Antonyms: bind, fasten, knot, lash, tie

Rhymes with UNFASTEN

assassin

UNFASTENED Defined for Kids

unfasten

verb un·fas·ten \ˌən-ˈfa-s^ən\

un·fas·tenedun·fas·ten·ing

Definition of UNFASTEN for Kids

: to make or become loose <He unfastened the buckle.>

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