unclamp
Loosen the grip
To unclamp is to release something from a clamp or similar gripping device: She unclamped the wood from the vise.
More broadly, it means to loosen any tight hold or restriction: He unclamped his jaw and finally spoke.
Loosen the grip
To unclamp is to release something from a clamp or similar gripping device: She unclamped the wood from the vise.
More broadly, it means to loosen any tight hold or restriction: He unclamped his jaw and finally spoke.
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Loosen the grip
To unclamp is to release something from a clamp or similar gripping device: She unclamped the wood from the vise.
More broadly, it means to loosen any tight hold or restriction: He unclamped his jaw and finally spoke.
1. mechanical — release, To let go; loosen (Reduce tension or grip); unfasten (Release from attachment); detach (To separate from); disengage · unscrew · unhook · unbolt · unclip · unlatch · remove · extract · dislodge · wrench
2. tension — release, To let go; relax (Become less tense); loosen (Reduce tension or grip); ease (Lack of strain); decompress · unwind · let go · soften · slacken · relieve · free · liberate · unstress · open
securing/fastening actionunclamp ≠ clamp Device for holding tight; clamp down · secure · fasten · tighten · grip
unfasten: detach, loosen, untie, unhook, unclip; unfastening: unfasten, detach, disconnect, unbuckle, unbutton
unclamping, unclamps, unclamped
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