unfleece

/ʌnfliːs/

Definitions

1. verb

to take or remove the fleece or wool from

“The sheep farmer was skilled at unfleecing the sheep without causing them pain.”

2. verb

to remove or take off (something) in a way that is similar to unfleecing

“The surgeon had to unfleece the patient’s skin to apply the new graft.”

3. noun

the act of taking or removing the fleece or wool from

“The process of unfleece was a delicate one, requiring great care and precision.”

4. noun

a person or thing that unfleeces

“The unfleece man worked tirelessly to meet the demand for wool.”

Synonyms

  • dehair
  • shear

Antonyms

  • fleece
  • shear