Definition: To take something off a string or to loosen the strings of an object.

Example: He decided to unstring the guitar to change the old strings.

Definition: To take off or remove the tack (equipment) from a horse.

Example: After the ride, she decided to untack the horse and put away the equipment.

Definition: To remove knots or twists from something, making it straight or clear.

Example: She tried to untangle the necklace that had gotten knotted in her jewelry box.

Definition: To remove or pull out the thread from something, such as fabric or a sewing project.

Example: She decided to unthread the old fabric to reuse the material.

Definition: To remove the fastenings or supports from something, often to release or free it.

Example: The workers had to untruss the old structure before they could begin the renovations.

Definition: To become straight or loose after being twisted.

Example: The rope will untwist if you pull it gently.

Definition: To make something that is twisted straight again by turning it in the opposite direction.

Example: She had to untwist the tangled necklace before she could wear it.

Definition: Not twisted or turned; straightened out.

Example: The rope was untwisted and lay flat on the ground.

Definition: To remove twists or turns from something, making it straight or untangled.

Example: She untwisted the rope to make it easier to use.

Definition: A tool or device that is used to unwind something, such as a coil or a roll of material.

Example: The unwinder helped to easily release the tape from the roll without tangling.

Definition: To stop being connected or bound by a yoke, which is a wooden beam used to join two animals together for work.

Example: After a long day of plowing, the farmer decided to unyoke the oxen and let them rest.

Definition: To remove or free from a yoke, which is a wooden beam used to join two animals together for work, or to separate things that are joined or connected.

Example: The farmer decided to unyoke the oxen after a long day of plowing the field.

Definition: To provide furniture with padding, springs, cushions, and fabric covering.

Example: They decided to upholster the old sofa to give it a fresh look.