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unlatch

[ uhn-lach ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

verb (used with object)

unlatch

/ ʌnˈlætʃ /

to open or unfasten or come open or unfastened by the lifting or release of a latch

Origin of unlatch¹

First recorded in 1635–45; un- ² + latch

I unlatch the little door in front of me and crawl through it, and shut it behind me.

With the aid of my crutch I unlatch one of the long windows, and step out onto the terrace.

With the aid of my crutch I unlatch one of the long windows and step out onto the terrace.

Once having gained the heights, the next thing was to unlatch the heavy doors and give them a gentle swing outward.

As soon as I unlatch the door, we must run out, grab him by the shoulders, and drag him in—he's too heavy to lift.

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