uncage

[ uhn-keyj ]

verb (used with object)

, un·caged, un·cag·ing.

1. to set free from or as if from a cage; free from confinement or restraint.

Word History and Origins

Origin of uncage¹

First recorded in 1610–20; un- ² + cage

Example Sentences

Then the question arose as to who would uncage our love-birds and bear the first brunt of Silver Tongue's explosion.

From Project Gutenberg

That, I suppose, is to pay his fine; to uncage the wild beast, and set him loose.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• acquit
• clear
• discharge
• dismiss
• extricate
• pardon
• parole
• release
• relieve
• rescue
• save