unwind

unwind
unwindable, adj.unwinder, n.
/un wuynd"/, v., unwound, unwinding.
v.t.
1. to undo or loosen from or as if from a coiled condition: to unwind a rolled bandage; to unwind a coiled rope.
2. to reduce the tension of; relax: to unwind a person with a drink.
3. to disentangle or disengage; untwist: to unwind one's legs from around the stool.
v.i.
4. to become unwound.
5. to become relieved of tension; relax: After work we can have a drink and unwind.
[1275-1325; ME onwinden; see UN-2, WIND2]

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