unstopper

Open a bottle

To unstopper something is to remove its stopper—the plug or cork that seals a bottle, flask, or other container.

The word appears most often in literary or formal contexts: She unstoppered the perfume bottle and inhaled deeply.

Figuratively, unstopper can mean to release something that has been contained or held back, as when emotions or words finally pour forth.

action

uncork

Remove bottle's seal

unplugSever from power source
unblockRemove an obstacle
unsealRemove a fastening from

open · remove · extract · pull · twist · pop · loosen · dislodge · clear · free

metaphor

unleash

To release from restraint

liberateSet free from captivity
releaseTo let go
freeWithout payment or restriction

unlock · unblock · breakthrough · express · voice · channel · creativity · potential · emotions · pent-up

bottle

cork

Tree bark bottle seal

decanterVessel for serving wine
wineFermented grape beverage
champagneEffervescent celebratory wine

carafe · flask · vial · vessel · spout · nozzle · bung · cap · seal · lid

flow

pour

Send liquid streaming out

gushFlow out forcefully
streamSteady continuous flow
cascadeSuccessive downward flow

spill · surge · release · discharge · outpouring · trickle · spurt · jet · seepage · ooze

Opposites

sealing/blocking action

unstopperstopper

Closure for an opening

plug · cork · seal · stop up · block

Phrases

unstoppable forceInevitable overwhelming power

Family

unstoppable, unstopped, unstopping, unstoppably, unstoppered, unstoppability

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G