unlocking

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English

Definitions

verb

To undo or open a lock or something locked by, for example, turning a key, or selecting a combination.“I unlocked the door and walked in.”
To obtain access to something.“I unlocked the dictionary article so I could edit it.”
To disclose or reveal previously unknown knowledge.“The discovery of a clue unlocked the mystery.”
To be or become unfastened or unrestrained.

noun

The act by which something is unlocked.

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Synonyms

unsecured unbarred unbolted unfastened unlatched unblocking unblock unveiling releasing release freeing liberating liberate breaking lockdown easing

Rhymes

mocking shocking stalking docking gawking balking squawking knocking talking rocking

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