Unstrap

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈstræp/

Definitions of unstrap

verb to remove the strap or straps from something

Example Sentences

A1 Please unstrap your seatbelt before exiting the vehicle.

A2 The hiker had to unstrap his backpack to take a break.

B1 The astronaut carefully unstrapped himself from his seat in the spacecraft.

B2 The diver quickly unstrapped his oxygen tank before surfacing.

C1 The firefighter had to unstrap the heavy equipment in order to move quickly through the burning building.

C2 The pilot unstrapped himself from the ejector seat after safely landing the plane.

Examples of unstrap in a Sentence

formal Please remember to unstrap your seatbelt before exiting the vehicle.

informal Don't forget to unstrap your helmet before getting off the bike.

slang I always unstrap my watch before hitting the gym.

figurative It's time to unstrap ourselves from the constraints of society and live freely.

Grammatical Forms of unstrap

• past tense: unstrapped
• plural: unstraps
• comparative: more unstrapped
• superlative: most unstrapped
• present tense: unstraps
• future tense: will unstrap
• perfect tense: has unstrapped
• continuous tense: is unstrapping
• singular: unstraps
• positive degree: unstrap
• infinitive: unstrap
• gerund: unstrapping
• participle: unstrapped

Origin and Evolution of unstrap

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'unstrap' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'reverse' and the verb 'strap' which refers to fastening or securing with a strap.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'unstrap' has maintained its original meaning of undoing or removing straps but has also been used more broadly to signify the act of releasing or unfastening any type of securing mechanism.