Unlock

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈlɑk/

Definitions of unlock

verb to open or release by turning a key or combination

Example Sentences

A1 To unlock the door, use the key.

A2 I can't unlock my phone because I forgot the passcode.

B1 You need a special code to unlock the safe.

B2 The detective was able to unlock the mystery with a crucial piece of evidence.

C1 The scientist unlocked the secrets of the universe with their groundbreaking research.

C2 The hacker was able to unlock the encrypted files and gain access to sensitive information.

Examples of unlock in a Sentence

formal The key is required to unlock the door.

informal You need to unlock your phone to check your messages.

slang I can't believe she was able to unlock the safe so easily.

figurative Education is the key that can unlock many opportunities in life.

Grammatical Forms of unlock

• past tense: unlocked
• plural: unlocks
• comparative: more unlock
• superlative: most unlock
• present tense: unlock
• future tense: will unlock
• perfect tense: has unlocked
• continuous tense: is unlocking
• singular: unlocks
• positive degree: unlock
• infinitive: to unlock
• gerund: unlocking
• participle: unlocked

Origin and Evolution of unlock

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'unlock' originated from the Old English word 'unlucan' which meant to unfasten or open a lock.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'unlock' has retained its original meaning of opening a lock, but has also been extended to metaphorical uses such as unlocking potential or unlocking mysteries.