unhasp

/ʌnˈhæsp/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or undo a fastening, especially a hasp

“She carefully unhasped the lock to open the door.”

2. verb

to come or go loose

“The rope unhasped and the bucket fell into the water.”

3. noun

the act of unfastening a hasp

“The unhasp of the lock was the final step to opening the door.”

Synonyms

  • loosen
  • unfasten

Antonyms

  • fasten
  • secure