unpin

[ uhn-pin ]

verb (used with object)

, un·pinned, un·pin·ning.

1. to remove pins from.
2. to unfasten or loosen by or as if by removing a pin; detach.

unpin

/ ʌnˈpɪn /

verb

1. to remove a pin or pins from
2. to unfasten by removing pins

Word History and Origins

Origin of unpin¹

1300–50; Middle English unpynnen to unbolt; un- ², pin

Example Sentences

She placed the cup on the mantel-shelf and begun to unpin her veil and pull off her gloves, looking meanwhile at Newman.

From Project Gutenberg

She began to unpin her coif, laying the golden pins in the silver candle-dishes.

From Project Gutenberg

She was standing before her looking-glass, about to unpin her hair, when she heard a low knock at her door.

From Project Gutenberg

Unpin and draw the pattern down to the bottom and cut the required length.

From Project Gutenberg

Black drives the Bishop away so as to unpin his pieces and be able to manœuvre freely.

From Project Gutenberg

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