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unstrap

[ uhn-strap ]

/ ʌnˈstræp /

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verb (used with object), un·strapped, un·strap·ping.

to take off or slacken the strap of.

Origin of unstrap

First recorded in 1820–30; un-² + strap

Words nearby unstrap

unstopper, unstoried, unstow, unstpd., unstrained, unstrap, unstratified, unstreamed, unstressed, unstriated, unstring

Example sentences from the Web for unstrap

He began quickly to unstrap the canvas from behind the saddle, watching the clouds as he did so.

The Man of the Desert |Grace Livingston Hill
He had his knapsack before him on the table, and he smiled rather grimly as he began to unstrap it.

The Trees of Pride |G.K. Chesterton
He therefore ordered the men to unstrap the cover and pull it around.

L. P. M. |J. Stewart Barney
The merchant had to leave the horse where he fell, and unstrap the bag, take it on his back, and go home on foot.

Good Stories For Great Holidays |Frances Jenkins Olcott

Penny began to unstrap the long hickory runners, but with no undue show of haste.

Behind the Green Door |Mildred A. Wirt