uncap

[ uhn-kap ]

verb (used with object)

, un·capped, un·cap·ping.

1. to remove a cap or cover from (a bottle, container, etc.).
2. to free from limits or restrictions:

   The union is demanding that cost-of-living allowances be uncapped.

3. to remove a cap or hat from (the head of a person).

verb (used without object)

, un·capped, un·cap·ping.

1. to remove the cap or hat from the head, as in respect.

uncap

/ ʌnˈkæp /

verb

1. tr to remove a cap or top from (a container)

   to uncap a bottle

2. to remove a cap from (the head)

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncap¹

First recorded in 1560–70; un- ² + cap ¹

Example Sentences

Californians would love it if Kamala Harris stole former President Trump’s idea to uncap the state and local tax deduction.

From Los Angeles Times

This would make Musk one of the leading Republican megadonors and uncap his influence on the party.

From Slate

Yet, even as extreme heat dries up more aquifers and wells and leaves more people thirsty, luxury water has become fashionable among the world’s privileged, who uncap and taste it like fine wine.

From Washington Times

Yet, even as extreme heat dries up more aquifers and wells and leaves more people thirsty, luxury water has become fashionable among the world’s privileged, who uncap and taste it like fine wine.

From Washington Times

Yet, even as extreme heat dries up more aquifers and wells and leaves more people thirsty, luxury water has become fashionable among the world’s privileged, who uncap and taste it like fine wine.

From Seattle Times