unloose

unloose
/un loohs"/, v.t., unloosed, unloosing.
1. to loosen or relax (the grasp, hold, fingers, etc.).
2. to let loose or set free; free from restraint.
3. to undo or untie (a fastening, knot, etc.); unfasten.
[1325-75; ME unloosen; see UN-2, LOOSE]

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