unstrap

[ uhn-strap ]

verb (used with object)

, un·strapped, un·strap·ping.

1. to take off or slacken the strap of.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unstrap¹

First recorded in 1820–30; un- ² + strap

Example Sentences

She pulled to the side of the freeway and unstrapped him.

From Los Angeles Times

Passengers can unstrap from their seats, float around the cabin for a few minutes and take in the sweeping views of Earth, before the space plane glides back home and lands on a runway.

From Seattle Times

Bothered by how sleepy the neighborhood was that morning, Bud’s bucolic trainer cranked the stereo to the max, unstrapped his seat belt and bent the driver’s seat back so he could ride a bit dirtier.

From Los Angeles Times

Once they reach their highest point, passengers can unstrap from their seats, float around the cabin for a few minutes and take in views of the Earth.

From Seattle Times

With the help of his father, also named Alfredo, he unstrapped the tractor from a trailer behind his pickup.

From New York Times

Related Words

• alleviate
• break up
• ease
• loose
• relax
• slacken
• undo
• unlock
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