Definition

Not sealed with a cork, often referring to a bottle that has had its cork removed.

Example

The uncorked bottle of wine was ready to be served at the dinner party.

Conversation

Have you tried that uncorked wine we bought last week?

Not yet! Is it really good?

Yeah, it tastes so fresh without the cork flavor.

I can't wait to try it now!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To remove the cork from a bottle, usually to pour out the contents, such as wine.

Example

He uncorked the bottle and poured the wine into the glasses.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see the wine I uncorked at the party last night?

Yes! It was really good, I enjoyed it.

I was surprised how well it paired with the cheese.

Root Explanation

Uncorked → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not or opposite of) and "cork" (from Old French *cork*, meaning the stopper for a bottle). The word "uncorked" means to remove the cork or stopper from a bottle, allowing its contents to be accessed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('un-') the 'stopper' ('cork') from a bottle — that's what uncorked means.

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