Definition

To take away the bars or obstacles that block something, allowing access or passage.

Example

He decided to unbar the door to let the fresh air in.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I need to unbar the door before my friends arrive.

Good idea! They’ll be here any minute.

I always forget to unbar it ahead of time.

No worries, it happens to the best of us!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbar → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "bar" (from Old English "bearwe", meaning to obstruct or block). The word "unbar" means to remove a barrier or obstruction, allowing passage.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning not or opposite, and 'bar' meaning to block. So, unbar means to remove a block or barrier.

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