unbutton
/'ʌn'bʌtn/
Definition
- Verb:
- To open or release the buttons of a garment: The action of undoing the fasteners (buttons) on an item of clothing, such as a shirt, coat, or blouse, to open it.
Usage and Examples
- Verb:
- It was warm in the room, so he decided to unbutton his jacket.
- Please unbutton your shirt so the doctor can listen to your heart.
- She unbuttoned her coat as soon as she stepped inside.
Advanced Usage
- Figurative/Idiomatic Use: Sometimes used metaphorically to describe becoming less formal, restrained, or guarded.
- After a few drinks, he began to unbutton and share his true feelings. (This means he became more open and relaxed.)
Variants and Related Words
- Unbuttoned (Adjective): Describes a state where buttons are open, or figuratively, a state of informality.
- He sat with his shirt unbuttoned.
- The meeting had a pleasantly unbuttoned atmosphere.
Synonyms
- Undo: To open or release a fastening.
- Open: To make something accessible by releasing its closure.
Antonyms
- Button: To fasten with buttons.
- Fasten: To close or secure.
Related Phrasal Verbs
(This word does not commonly form phrasal verbs. Its meaning is contained in the single verb form.)
Verb
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undo the buttons of
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unbutton the shirt
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