unbuckle
Open the clasp
To unbuckle is to unfasten a buckle—releasing the clasp on a belt, strap, or shoe: He unbuckled his seatbelt.
The word implies undoing something secured, often as a prelude to removal or relaxation: She unbuckled her sandals and walked barefoot on the sand.
Release from attachment
- unstrapRelease from bands
- unclaspOpen a hinged fastener
- unhookRelease from a curved fastener
- unclipRelease a fastener
unlatch · undo · loosen · detach · release · open · disengage · unsnap
Without payment or restriction
- liberateSet free from captivity
- releaseTo let go
- unshackleRemove bonds from
- unchainRemove restraining links
unleash · unbridle · emancipate · extricate · disentangle · unbound · escape · loose
unfasten
Release from attachment
unclip · unlatch · undo · loosen · detach · release · open · disengage · unsnap · unfetter
free
Without payment or restriction
unchain · unleash · unbridle · emancipate · extricate · disentangle · unbound · escape · loose · untether
belt
Strap securing trousers
- strapNarrow flexible binding material
- seatbeltVehicle passenger restraint
- harnessStraps controlling an animal
clasp · sandal · helmet · watch · shoe · holster · backpack · bra · overalls · suspenders
loosen
Reduce tension or grip
decompress · settle · recline · comfortable · relief · exhale · casual · leisurely · slouch · untuck