Definitions

1. verb

to untie or release the fur of an animal, especially a horse, from its harness or attachment.

“The groom had to unfur the horse’s harness after the ride.”

2. verb

to spread or become spread out, especially in a wild or untidy manner.

“The cat’s fur had begun to unfur in every direction after it escaped from the cage.”

3. verb

to become undone or disarranged, especially the fur of an animal.

“The horse’s harness started to unfur during the gallop.”

4. verb

to release or untie something, especially in a sudden or violent manner.

“The rope started to unfur from the hook as the boat pulled away.”