Definitions

1. verb

to remove the muzzle from an animal, especially so that it can eat or drink

“The farmer had to unmuzzle the horse before it could graze in the pasture.”

2. verb

to remove the restraint of secrecy or reserve from

“The politician’s speech unmuzzled his true feelings about the economy.”

3. noun

the act of removing the muzzle from an animal

“The act of unmuzzling the horse was a crucial part of its training.”