unstrike

/ˌʌnˈstrɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or take away something, especially a blow or a threat

“The new policy aims to unstrike fear in the hearts of the general public.”

2. verb

to remove or cancel a threat, warning, or action

“The company’s lawyers worked to unstrike the lawsuit against them.”

3. verb

to remove or cancel a signal or a strike in a game or sport

“The umpire decided to unstrike the player who was on strike.”

Synonyms

  • cancel
  • remove
  • withdraw

Antonyms

  • implement
  • initiate