unwrap

/ənˈræp/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove the wrapping or covering from something, such as a gift or a package

“She unwrapped the birthday gift and found a new book inside.”

2. verb

to remove a layer or layers from something, such as a roll of paper or a spring

“The instructions told me to unwrap the spring and assemble the toy.”

3. verb

to reveal or make something visible by removing a cover or layer

“The new documentary unwrapped the mystery behind the artist’s life.”

4. verb

to remove the wrapping or covering from a food, such as a snack or a dessert

“Unwrap the cookie and enjoy it with a glass of milk.”

5. verb

to interpret or understand a concept or idea

“The professor helped the students unwrap the complex theory and make it easier to understand.”

6. noun

the act of removing the wrapping or covering from something

“The process of unwrapping the package took a few minutes.”

7. noun

a layer or covering that can be removed

“The unwrapping of the spring revealed the inner mechanism of the toy.”

Synonyms

  • disentangle
  • uncover
  • unravel
  • unwrap

Antonyms

  • conceal
  • cover
  • enclose
  • hide