Definition: To remove something that is stuck or blocked, allowing it to move freely again.

Example: I had to unjam the printer because it was stuck with paper.

Definition: To become straight or free from twists and bends.

Example: After a few minutes in the sun, the hose will unkink and lay flat on the ground.

Definition: To remove bends or twists from something, making it straight again.

Example: She had to unkink the hose before watering the garden.

Definition: To remove the ties or fastenings from something, making it loose or free.

Example: The sailor had to unlash the ropes before they could set sail.

Definition: To become unfastened or opened, typically referring to a latch or lock.

Example: The door will unlatch when you pull the handle.

Definition: To open something by releasing a latch that keeps it closed.

Example: She had to unlatch the gate before entering the garden.

Definition: Describing something, like a gate, that is not secured or fastened with a latch.

Example: The unlatched gate swung open in the wind.

Definition: To open or release something that was secured or fastened, usually by removing a latch.

Example: She unlatched the gate to let the dog out.

Definition: To untwist or to remove the twists from something.

Example: The sailor had to unlay the rope before he could repair it.

Definition: To untwist or remove the strands of a rope or similar material.

Example: The sailor had to unlay the rope to repair it properly.

Definition: To get ready for action or to prepare equipment for use.

Example: The soldiers began to unlimber their artillery before the battle.

Definition: To prepare or set something up for use, especially by detaching it from a support or transport.

Example: The soldiers worked quickly to unlimber the artillery before the battle began.

Definition: To remove a load or cargo from a vehicle or container.

Example: The truck will unload the boxes at the warehouse.

Definition: To take away or remove a load or cargo from something, such as a vehicle or container.

Example: We need to unload the boxes from the truck before it gets too dark.

Definition: To become free from something that holds or restricts you.

Example: The door will unlock automatically when you enter the correct code.

Definition: To open something that is locked, allowing access or use.

Example: She used a key to unlock the door.

Definition: Describes something, like a door, that is not secured and can be opened without a key.

Example: The door was unlocked, allowing anyone to enter the room.

Definition: To open something that was locked, allowing access or use.

Example: She unlocked the door to let her friends in.