unbend
To remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straightTo remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straight.
Meaning
7 sensesTo remove a bend so as to make, or allow to become, straight.
to unbend a bow
straighten up or out; make straight
To release (a load) from a strain or from exertion; to set at ease for a time; to relax.
to unbend the mind from study or care
release from mental strain, tension, or formality
To unfasten sails from the spars or stays to which are attached for use.
To cast loose or untie
Unbend the rope.
To cease to be bent; to become straight.
To relax in exertion, attention, severity, or the like
(archaic)To enjoy oneself; to become affable and free from formality
Translations
2 languagesOrigin
From Middle English unbenden, equivalent to un- + bend.From Middle English unbenden, equivalent to un- + bend.
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Forms
unbends, unbending, unbent, unbentSynonyms
6 synonyms- make less taut:relax
- straighten up or out; make straight:straighten
- become less tense, rest, or take one's ease:relaxloosen upunwinddecompressslow down
Antonyms
1 antonymsLessons for this word
3 lessons- A1Present simple — Because it is a verb
- A1Past simple, irregular verbs — Because of its past form
- A2Present perfect: introduction — Because of its past participle