unclasp
Open a fastener
To unclasp is to release something held by a clasp—a necklace, a bracelet, a handbag.
By extension, to open or let go of anything held in a grip: She unclasped her hands.
The word suggests deliberate release rather than accidental loosening.
Release from attachment
- unhookRelease from a curved fastener
- unbuckleRelease a fastener
- unbuttonRelease a fastener
- releaseTo let go
open · detach · unlatch · unsnap · unpin · unclip · untie · unlace
To let go
- relinquishVoluntarily give up control
- loosenReduce tension or grip
- unwrapRemove outer covering
- disentangleFree from snarls
free · part · separate · withdraw · hands · fingers · grip · hold
unfasten
Release from attachment
release · open · detach · unlatch · unsnap · unpin · unclip · untie · unlace · unhitch
release
To let go
- relinquishVoluntarily give up control
- loosenReduce tension or grip
- unwrapRemove outer covering
disentangle · free · part · separate · withdraw · hands · fingers · grip · hold · arms
release
To let go
- surrenderCease resistance, yield
- relinquishVoluntarily give up control
- unburdenRemove a weight from
free · liberate · breathe · exhale · relax · soften · ease · open · trust · confide
bracelet
Ornamental wrist band
chain · pendant · bangle · anklet · pearls · locket · choker · cufflink · barrette · hairpin