unlink

[ uhn-lingk ]

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.

verb (used without object)

1. to become detached.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unlink¹

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

Some have suggested that the two programs unlink from each other in order to speed up the process.

From Seattle Times

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

From Washington Times

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

But Republicans who control the House of Delegates and GOP Gov. Glenn Youngkin say they’ll push to unlink their state.

From Seattle Times

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