Uncork: meaning, definitions and examples
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uncork
[ ʌnˈkɔːrk ]
wine pouring
To uncork means to remove the cork from a bottle, typically a wine bottle, allowing the contents to be accessed. This action is often associated with the celebration or enjoyment of wine. Uncorking a bottle can also refer to the act of releasing or letting out something that was previously contained.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He uncorked the wine bottle for the dinner party.
- After a long day, she uncorked a bottle of her favorite red.
- We uncorked the champagne to celebrate the New Year.
Translations
Translations of the word "uncork" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descorchar
🇮🇳 खोलना
🇩🇪 entkorken
🇮🇩 membuka
🇺🇦 відкорковувати
🇵🇱 odkręcać
🇯🇵 コルクを抜く
🇫🇷 débouchez
🇪🇸 destapar
🇹🇷 şişeyi açmak
🇰🇷 코르크를 따다
🇸🇦 فتح
🇨🇿 odšroubovat
🇸🇰 odskrutkovať
🇨🇳 打开瓶塞
🇸🇮 odkorkati
🇮🇸 opna
🇰🇿 құтыны ашу
🇬🇪 გახსნა
🇦🇿 açmaq
🇲🇽 destapar
Etymology
The term 'uncork' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which means to reverse or remove something, and the word 'cork', which refers to the material used to seal bottles. The use of cork as a bottle stopper dates back to ancient times, with records showing its use in the Roman era. Initially, cork was favored for its lightweight and waterproof properties, making it ideal for sealing wine and other beverages. The word 'cork' itself is derived from the Old French 'corke', which has its roots in the Latin 'cortex', meaning bark. Over time, the act of uncorking became symbolic of social gatherings and special occasions, particularly in relation to wine consumption.