outcase

/ˈaʊtkeɪs/

Definitions

1. verb

to take out of a case, especially a protective one.

“She had to outcase the fragile vase to clean it.”

2. verb

to remove something from its protective case.

“He outcased his phone to put in a new battery.”

3. noun

a case or sheath for removing something, especially for cleaning.

“The outcase for the jewelry was delicate and expensive.”

Synonyms

  • extract
  • remove

Antonyms

  • encase
  • encase