unbuckle
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʌnˈbʌkəl/
KK: /ʌnˈbʌkəl/
intransitive verb
Definition
To release or open a buckle, often on a belt or strap.
Example
He decided to unbuckle his seatbelt as soon as the car stopped.
Tense Forms
Past: unbuckled
Past Participle: unbuckled
Conversation
After a long day at work, I just want to unbuckle and relax.
I totally get that! Sometimes you just need to unwind.
Yeah, it feels great to finally unbuckle and kick back at home.
Exactly! Let’s plan a movie night to help us chill.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
relax
loosen
unfasten
Antonyms
tighten
fasten
secure
transitive verb
Definition
To release or open a buckle, usually on a belt or strap.
Example
She had to unbuckle her seatbelt before getting out of the car.
Tense Forms
Past: unbuckled
Past Participle: unbuckled
Conversation
Can you help me unbuckle my seatbelt?
Sure! Just pull on the buckle and it should come loose.
Thanks! I always struggle with this thing.
Root Explanation
Unbuckle → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "buckle" (from Old French *bocler*, meaning to fasten or secure). The word "unbuckle" means to undo or release something that has been fastened or secured.
Memory Tip
Think of 'un-' meaning not or opposite, and 'buckle' meaning to fasten. So, unbuckle means to not fasten or to release something that was secured.
Visually Confused Words
turnbuckle
buckle
unsuckled
knuckle
buckler
buckled
bruckle