unleash
Unleash (verb) means to release from a leash or restraint. Example: “She unleashed the dog once they reached the open field.”
How to use unleash
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo set something free so it can act at full force, whether that's a dog or an emotion or a reaction.
Word forms
unleashed past tense, unleashes singular
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Etymology
From "un-" + "leash."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for unleash
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What does “unleash” mean?
The word “unleash” means to release from a leash or restraint. In plain terms, to set something free so it can act at full force, whether that's a dog or an emotion or a reaction.
How do you pronounce “unleash”?
“Unleash” is pronounced uhn-LEESH (/ʌnˈliʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “unleash” in a sentence?
Here is “unleash” used in a sentence: “She unleashed the dog once they reached the open field.”
What part of speech is “unleash”?
“Unleash” is a verb.
Is “unleash” a common word?
“Unleash” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “unleash” have?
“Unleash” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to release from a leash or restraint.
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