unsnare

/ˈʌnsneɪr/

Definitions

1. verb

to release or free something from a snare or trap

“The hunter carefully unsnared the injured bird from the trap.”

2. noun

the act of releasing or freeing something from a snare or trap

“The unsnaring of the animal was a delicate operation.”

Synonyms

  • free
  • release

Antonyms

  • ensnare
  • entrap