Unstick

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈstɪk/

Definitions of unstick

verb to free or release something that is stuck or glued together

Example Sentences

A1 I need help to unstick this door.

A2 I tried to unstick the window but it's still not opening.

B1 The mechanic was able to unstick the rusty bolt.

B2 I used WD-40 to unstick the jammed lock.

C1 The engineer had to unstick the gears to get the machine running smoothly again.

C2 The expert was able to unstick the complex legal situation with ease.

Examples of unstick in a Sentence

formal The mechanic used a special solvent to unstick the rusted bolts.

informal I had to unstick the drawer by giving it a good tug.

slang I had to unstick the gum from my shoe with some peanut butter.

figurative The therapist helped me unstick my thoughts and move forward with a clearer mind.

Grammatical Forms of unstick

• past tense: unstuck
• plural: unsticks
• comparative: more unstuck
• superlative: most unstuck
• present tense: unstick
• future tense: will unstick
• perfect tense: has unstuck
• continuous tense: is unsticking
• singular: unstick
• positive degree: unstick
• infinitive: unstick
• gerund: unsticking
• participle: unsticking

Origin and Evolution of unstick

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unstick' is a combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'reverse' and the verb 'stick' meaning to adhere or become attached.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unstick' has remained consistent in its meaning of reversing the action of sticking or adhering. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe the act of separating two objects that are stuck together.