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unpack

1 antonyms and opposites of unpack, grouped by meaning.

Verb — To take items out of a suitcase, box, or other container.

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How to use unpack

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unpack a suitcase unpack an idea unpack the meaning

Etymology

From Middle English unpakken, from un- + pack.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unpack” mean?

The word “unpack” means to take items out of a suitcase, box, or other container. In plain terms, taking things out of a container, or breaking a complex idea down piece by piece.

How do you pronounce “unpack”?

“Unpack” is pronounced uhn-PAK (/ʌnˈpæk/ in IPA).

How do you use “unpack” in a sentence?

Here is “unpack” used in a sentence: “She unpacked her suitcase as soon as she got to the hotel.”

What is the opposite of “unpack”?

The opposite of “unpack” — its antonyms — is pack.

What part of speech is “unpack”?

“Unpack” is a verb.

Where does the word “unpack” come from?

The word “unpack” comes from Middle English. From Middle English unpakken, from un- + pack.

How many meanings does “unpack” have?

“Unpack” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to take items out of a suitcase, box, or other container.

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