Unbolt
(verb)
Remove the bolt or latch that is fastening or securing something.
Origin:
The word "unbolt" is formed by the prefix "un-" meaning "remove" or "reverse of" and the verb "bolt" meaning "to fasten or secure with a bolt or latch" . it is used to indicate the action of removing the bolt or latch that is fastening or securing something.
Examples:
- He unbolted the door and opened it.
- The workers unbolted the machine to do some repairs.
- She unbolted the window and opened it to get some fresh air.
- He unbolted the gate to let the cows out to pasture.
- He unbolted the safe and took out the money.