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Unsnarled: meaning, definitions and examples

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unsnarled

 

[ ʌnˈsnɑrl ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

removal of tangles

Unsnarled is the past tense of the verb 'unsnarl.' It refers to the action of untangling or freeing something that has become tangled or twisted. This can apply to physical objects, like strings or hair, or metaphorically to situations that have become complicated or confused. The act of unsnarling involves making something clear or straightforward again.

Synonyms

clarify, free, release, solve, untangle

Examples of usage

  • She unsnarled the tangled necklace.
  • The detective unsnarled the complex case.
  • I carefully unsnarled my headphones.
  • He unsnarled the kitten from the yarn.
  • They worked together to unsnarl the traffic jam.

Translations

Translations of the word "unsnarled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desembaraçado

🇮🇳 अनस्नार्ल्ड

🇩🇪 entwirrt

🇮🇩 terurai

🇺🇦 розплутаний

🇵🇱 rozplątany

🇯🇵 ほぐされた

🇫🇷 défait

🇪🇸 desenredado

🇹🇷 çözümlenmiş

🇰🇷 풀린

🇸🇦 مفكوك

🇨🇿 rozpletený

🇸🇰 rozpletený

🇨🇳 解开的

🇸🇮 razvit

🇮🇸 leystur

🇰🇿 шешілген

🇬🇪 გადაჭრილი

🇦🇿 açılmış

🇲🇽 desenredado

Etymology

The word 'unsnarled' comes from the prefix 'un-', which indicates the reversal or negation of an action, combined with the word 'snarl,' which originates from Middle English 'snerlen' meaning to snarl or growl. The term 'snarl' has roots in Old English 'snerlan', reflecting a similar meaning of entangling or complicating something. The transformation to 'unsnarl' emphasizes the action of reversing or undoing that entanglement. Over time, 'unsnarl' has evolved to encompass not only the literal act of untangling physical items but also the figurative act of clarifying complex situations or problems. The use of 'unsnarled' is typically found in both everyday language and more formal contexts, such as literature and discussions where clarity is needed.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #43,036, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.