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单词 unclasps
释义

unclasp

verb

un·​clasp ˌən-ˈklasp How to pronounce unclasp (audio)
unclasped; unclasping; unclasps

transitive verb

1
: to open the clasp of
unclasp a purse
2
: to open or cause to be opened
unclasp a clenched hand

intransitive verb

: to loosen a hold

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web His hands, with their many rings, are broad and eloquent, delicately clasping and unclasping in syncopated claps. James Parker, The Atlantic, 21 Dec. 2019 The catalogue librarian, John Myers, unclasped the book’s old cover and sat down to see what was inside. Avi Selk, Washington Post, 14 Feb. 2018 The democratization of data would unclasp the shackles of the quants as well. Daniel Roth, WIRED, 11 Mar. 2009

Word History

First Known Use

1530, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

unclasps

verb

present tense third-person singular of unclasp
as in unfastens

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • unfastens
  • unlatches
  • unlocks
  • unbuttons
  • unbolts
  • unzips
  • unbars
  • unfurls
  • unclenches
  • uncloses
  • opens
  • unfolds
  • disengages
  • slips
  • releases

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • closes
  • shuts
  • clasps
  • locks
  • fastens
  • latches
  • bars
  • buttons (up)
  • bolts
  • zips (up)
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