UNSTRINGS

Verb

unstrings

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of unstring

Source: Wiktionary


UNSTRING

Un*string", v. t. Etym: [1st pref. un- + string.]

1. To deprive of a string or strings; also, to take from a string; as, to unstring beads.

2. To loosen the string or strings of; as, to unstring a harp or a bow.

3. To relax the tension of; to loosen. "His garland they unstring." Dryden.

Definition: Used also figuratively; as, his nerves were unstrung by fear.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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