uncap

uncap
/un kap"/, v., uncapped, uncapping.
v.t.
1. to remove a cap or cover from (a bottle, container, etc.).
2. to free from limits or restrictions: The union is demanding that cost-of-living allowances be uncapped.
3. to remove a cap or hat from (the head of a person).
v.i.
4. to remove the cap or hat from the head, as in respect.
[1560-70; UN-2 + CAP1]

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