Definition

To separate items that have been grouped or packaged together into individual parts.

Example

The company decided to unbundle the services to offer customers more choices.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard about the new subscription plan?

No, I haven't. What does it offer?

Well, they decided to unbundle the services, so you can pick only what you need.

That sounds great! I always felt like I was paying for things I didn't use.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbundle → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or to reverse) and "bundle" (from Old English "bundel", meaning a collection or package). The word "unbundle" means to reverse the action of bundling, or to separate items that were previously grouped together.

Memory Tip

Think of 'un-' meaning to reverse something, and 'bundle' referring to a collection. So, unbundle means to take apart a collection.

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