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unsnarl

 

[ ʌnˈsnɑːrl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

clearing confusion

To unsnarl means to untangle or resolve something that is complicated or confusing. It often refers to situations where thoughts, ideas, or physical items are intertwined or jumbled together. The action of unsnarling not only involves separating various components but also clarifying them to restore order and understanding. This word can apply to both literal and figurative contexts, such as unsnarling a mess of cords or unraveling a complicated situation.

Synonyms

clarify, resolve, unravel, untangle

Examples of usage

  • She worked to unsnarl the cords of the headphones.
  • The mediator helped to unsnarl the issues between the two parties.
  • After much discussion, they were able to unsnarl the complex legal agreement.

Translations

Translations of the word "unsnarl" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desembaraçar

🇮🇳 जाल से निकालना

🇩🇪 entwirren

🇮🇩 mengurai

🇺🇦 розплутати

🇵🇱 rozplątać

🇯🇵 ほどく

🇫🇷 défaire

🇪🇸 desenredar

🇹🇷 çözmek

🇰🇷 풀다

🇸🇦 فكّ

🇨🇿 rozplést

🇸🇰 rozplietať

🇨🇳 解开

🇸🇮 razplesti

🇮🇸 afnema

🇰🇿 шешу

🇬🇪 გახსნა

🇦🇿 açmaq

🇲🇽 desenredar

Etymology

The word 'unsnarl' is derived from the prefix 'un-', which means 'not' or 'reverse' and the root word 'snarl', which comes from Middle English 'snerlen', meaning to entangle or to make something tangled. The term 'snarl' itself has connotations of complexity and confusion, often used to describe a messed-up situation or a tangled mass of objects. The first recorded use of 'unsnarl' appeared in the English language in the mid-20th century, developing through colloquial usage as people began using metaphors surrounding tangling and unravelling to describe various issues in everyday life. The term fittingly reflects the act of moving from chaos to order, whether it be in personal relationships, tasks, or physical items, and has since been integrated into various contexts, spanning both casual conversations and formal discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,289, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.