Definition

To loosen or remove something that is holding or supporting another thing, making it less tight or tense.

Example

He decided to unbrace the structure to allow for more flexibility during the storm.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I finally decided to unbrace my shoulders after that long workout.

That sounds like a good idea; they must be really tense.

Yeah, I feel so much more relaxed now.

You should do that more often; it really helps.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbrace → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "brace" (from Old French *bracer*, meaning to support or strengthen). The word "unbrace" means to remove support or to loosen something that is held tightly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning not or to reverse, and 'brace' meaning to support. So, unbrace means to take away the support.

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