unclamps
Loosens the grip
Unclamps means to release or loosen a clamp, freeing whatever was held in place: She unclamps the workpiece from the bench.
The word applies to any device or grip that secures by pressing: He unclamps his jaw and finally speaks.
Figuratively, it suggests releasing tension or control.
Lets go or publishes
- unfastensReleases from attachment
- loosensDecreases tightness or tension
- detachesRemoves from connection
- disengagesSeparates from attachment
unscrews · unbolts · unhooks · unlatches · unpins · unstraps · slackens · eases
Removes from captivity
- liberatesSets free from captivity
- lets goRelinquishes hold, or urges haste
- removesTakes something out
- extractsRemoves or concentrated essences
ejects · expels · withdraws · clears · extricates · disentangles · unleashes · unshackles
releases
Lets go or publishes
- unfastensReleases from attachment
- loosensDecreases tightness or tension
- detachesRemoves from connection
disengages · unscrews · unbolts · unhooks · unlatches · unpins · unstraps · slackens · eases · unlocks
frees
Removes from captivity
extracts · ejects · expels · withdraws · clears · extricates · disentangles · unleashes · unshackles · unbinds
vise
Mounted clamping tool
workpiece · lathe · drill press · milling · bench · jaw · grip · hold · secure · machining