unstrand

/ˈʌnstɹænd/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or undo a strand or strands, especially of hair

“She had to unstrand the knot from her favorite scarf.”

2. verb

to undo or remove a rope or cord that is entangled or knotted

“The sailor spent hours trying to unstrand the fishing net.”

Synonyms

  • unravel
  • untangle

Antonyms

  • entangle
  • strand