unstrip

/ˈənstrɪp/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the covering or wrapping from something, especially a strip of material.

“She unstripped the adhesive tape from the package.”

2. verb

to remove the strip or covering from something, especially a road or path, for maintenance or repair.

“The workers unstripped the road for the annual maintenance project.”

3. noun

the act of removing the strip or covering from something.

“The unstrip of the road took several hours to complete.”

Synonyms

  • uncover
  • unwrap

Antonyms

  • cover
  • enclose