unlink

American  

[uhn-lingk] / ʌnˈlɪŋk /

verb (used with object)

1. to separate the links link links of (a chain, linked link linked bracelet, watchband, etc.); unfasten.

2. to detach or separate by or as if by undoing one or more connecting links: link: links.

   to unlink hands.

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verb (used without object)

1. to become detached.

Etymology

Origin of unlink

First recorded in 1590–1600; un- ² + link ¹

Example Sentences

"But vitrimers are distinct because the molecules that make up each noodle can unlink and relink. It's almost like each piece of spaghetti is made of small Legos."

From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2024

However, users couldn’t delete their accounts or unlink their Instagram and Threads profiles, which drew criticism.

From Washington Times • Sep. 27, 2023

Major philanthropic conveners like the Funders’ Committee for Civic Participation are encouraging donors who want to fund civic engagement or democracy portfolios to unlink their funding from the political calendar.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 2, 2022

They won't limit the number of ads you see — but they will allow you to reset your advertising ID and unlink any targeted advertising profiles associated with your gadgets.

From Fox News • Sep. 20, 2021

Well, not all the time—I’d have to unlink to go to the bathroom—but it’d be awesome to walk with someone who was as proud of me as I was of her.

From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan

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