CEFR C2

unlash

verb

Meaning

To release or loosen something that has been tied or secured with ropes or straps.

The crew began to unlash the lifeboats in preparation for the emergency drill.
You need to unlash the tent poles from the roof rack before we can start setting up camp.

Synonyms: untie, loosen, release, unfasten

verb

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈlæʃ/

To release or loosen something that has been tied or secured with ropes or straps.

The crew began to unlash the lifeboats in preparation for the emergency drill.
You need to unlash the tent poles from the roof rack before we can start setting up camp.
He struggled to unlash the knots that held the heavy tarp in place.

unlash something from something (collocation): To remove a specific object from a secure location. — "They had to unlash the equipment from the truck bed."
unlash the load (collocation): To release cargo. — "The captain ordered the crew to unlash the load before docking."

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