unslip

/ʌnˈslɪp/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the slip or covering from, to unfasten or loosen the slip or covering of

“She had to unslip the rope that was tied to the anchor.”

2. noun

a sudden movement or action that prevents something from slipping or falling, an instance of something slipping or being prevented from slipping

“The unslip of the skater on the ice was impressive.”

3. verb

to prevent something from slipping or falling, to stop something from slipping or being in a state of sliding

“He managed to unslip the car from the icy road.”

Synonyms

  • loosen
  • remove
  • unfasten

Antonyms

  • fasten
  • secure