Definition

To remove a blockage or obstruction from something that is choked.

Example

He had to unchoke the drain to let the water flow again.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I think my computer is frozen; I might need to unchoke it somehow.

Have you tried restarting it? That usually helps.

Yeah, but I’m worried it might get worse if I don't unchoke the system first.

Good point! Maybe check for any programs that are using too much memory.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unchoke → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "choke" (from Old English "cocian", meaning to strangle or suffocate). The word "unchoke" means to remove the obstruction that causes choking, effectively meaning to not choke or to relieve choking.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' or 'opposite' ('un-') of 'strangling' ('cocian') — that's why unchoke means to relieve choking.

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