unarm

[ uhn-ahrm ]

verb (used with object)

1. to deprive or relieve of arms; disarm.

unarm

/ ʌnˈɑːm /

verb

1. a less common word for disarm

Word History and Origins

Origin of unarm¹

First recorded in 1300–50, unarm is from the Middle English word unarmen. See un- ², arm ²

Example Sentences

Go, tell no man to unarm himself; and let them shoot, in case of necessity, as sharply on those who cry France and St. Denis!

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Away with him, lads; cherish him kindly, unarm him gently, and set him a-grinding corn till his ransom be paid—away!

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Then the lady helped him to unarm, and with might and force he climbed up to the falcon.

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So he alighted, tied his horse to the tree, and prayed the lady to unarm him.

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Unarm him first, then if he be not obstinate Preserve his life.Arc.

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Related Words

• deactivate
• demilitarize
• demobilize
• disband
• neutralize
• occupy
• subdue