unscrew

/ˈʌnˌskru/
/ənˈskru/
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Other forms: unscrewed; unscrewing; unscrews

Definitions of unscrew
  1. verb
    loosen something by unscrewing it
    “unscrew the outlet plate”
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    type of:
    loose, loosen
    make loose or looser
  2. verb
    loosen by turning
    “unscrew the bottle cap”
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    antonyms:
    screw
    tighten or fasten by means of screwing motions
    type of:
    loose, loosen
    make loose or looser
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