Unbuckled: meaning, definitions and examples
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unbuckled
[ สnหbสkษld ]
release fastener
Unbuckled refers to the action of releasing a buckle or fastening, such as those found on belts, harnesses, or seat belts. It signifies the act of opening something that has been secured. This term is often used in contexts related to personal safety equipment, clothing, or outdoor gear. The action usually implies freeing oneself from a restraint or securing mechanism. It can also suggest a sense of casualness or the removal of something that was previously fastened.
Synonyms
loosen, release, unbind, unclip, unfasten.
Examples of usage
- She unbuckled her seatbelt as soon as the car stopped.
- After the hike, he unbuckled his backpack to get a drink.
- The child unbuckled the strap on his favorite toy.
- He unbuckled his belt and relaxed after a long day.
Translations
Translations of the word "unbuckled" in other languages:
๐ต๐น desabotoado
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคจเคฌเคเคฒเฅเคก
๐ฉ๐ช ungeknรถpft
๐ฎ๐ฉ terlepas
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒัะปัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ rozpiฤty
๐ฏ๐ต ๅคใใ
๐ซ๐ท dรฉfait
๐ช๐ธ desabrochado
๐น๐ท รงรถzรผmlenmiล
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ฆฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบูุฑ ู ุซุจุช
๐จ๐ฟ rozepnutรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ rozopnutรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่งฃๅผ
๐ธ๐ฎ odprt
๐ฎ๐ธ laus
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแญแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ aรงฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ desabrochado
Etymology
The term 'unbuckled' is derived from the word 'buckle,' which itself originates from the Middle English word 'bocle,' meaning a fastening device. This earlier form can be traced back to the Latin word 'buccula,' a diminutive of 'bucca,' meaning 'cheek.' The action of buckling and unbuckling became more prominent with the development of various fastening technologies throughout history, especially with the introduction of belts and straps in clothing and gear. Unbuckling, as a term, became more common with the rise of safety mechanisms in vehicles and the need for quick release options in various settings. The concept of securing and releasing has rooted itself in various cultures, showing the evolution of personal safety and convenience in daily life. As such, the word holds both a functional and metaphorical significance, symbolizing freedom and safety simultaneously.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #32,972 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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