Unlaced: meaning, definitions and examples
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unlaced
[ ʌnˈleɪst ]
shoe context
Unlaced refers to the action of removing or undoing the laces or strings from shoes or other items that are laced. This can suggest a state of relaxation or preparation for removing footwear.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He unlaced his shoes after a long day.
- She unlaced her boots to feel more comfortable.
- The child unlaced his sneakers before going to bed.
appearance context
When something is described as unlaced, it can imply that it is not laced or tied up, often used to describe a casual or disheveled appearance.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He walked around with his shirt unlaced.
- The unlaced dress gave her a relaxed appearance.
- She preferred wearing unlaced shoes to feel free.
Translations
Translations of the word "unlaced" in other languages:
🇵🇹 deslaçado
🇮🇳 खुला हुआ
🇩🇪 unbändig
🇮🇩 terlepas
🇺🇦 розв'язаний
🇵🇱 rozwiązany
🇯🇵 紐を解いた
🇫🇷 défait
🇪🇸 deshecho
🇹🇷 bağsız
🇰🇷 끈이 풀린
🇸🇦 غير مربوط
🇨🇿 rozvázaný
🇸🇰 rozviazaný
🇨🇳 未系上的
🇸🇮 razvezan
🇮🇸 óhindraður
🇰🇿 шешілген
🇬🇪 გადაჭრილი
🇦🇿 açıq
🇲🇽 desatado
Etymology
The term 'unlaced' is derived from the prefix 'un-' which indicates negation or reversal, combined with the word 'laced,' the past participle form of 'lace.' The word 'lace' itself comes from the Old French 'lac,' meaning a cord or string, which has roots in the Latin 'lacus' meaning a lake, in the sense of a source or liquid that flows. The connection can be understood as something that links or ties together. Over time, 'unlaced' began to be used both in a literal sense, describing the physical act of removing laces from shoes, and in a metaphorical sense, indicating a more relaxed or unfastened state. The usage of this term has been prevalent in colloquial English, often connoting comfort and informality.