Unyoking: meaning, definitions and examples
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unyoking
[ ʌnˈjoʊkɪŋ ]
unfastening connection
Unyoking refers to the action of removing or separating a yoke from a pair of animals, typically oxen, that are being used for plowing or transportation. The yoke is a wooden beam that connects two animals together at the neck to enable them to pull a vehicle or implement efficiently. This term is less commonly used in modern contexts, but it can also metaphorically denote the act of freeing oneself from burdens or constraints. Unyoking can signify independence and liberation from restrictive situations.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- After a long day of work, he began unyoking the oxen from the plow.
- The farmer took great care when unyoking the animals to prevent injury.
- In a symbolic sense, she felt like she was finally unyoking herself from her past.
- Unyoking the horses allowed them to rest and graze freely.
Translations
Translations of the word "unyoking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desunião
🇮🇳 अविभाजन
🇩🇪 Entkettung
🇮🇩 pemisahan
🇺🇦 роз'єднання
🇵🇱 rozdzielenie
🇯🇵 分離
🇫🇷 démêlage
🇪🇸 desunión
🇹🇷 ayrılma
🇰🇷 분리
🇸🇦 فصل
🇨🇿 odpojení
🇸🇰 odpojenie
🇨🇳 解开
🇸🇮 razvezava
🇮🇸 aðskilna
🇰🇿 ажырату
🇬🇪 გამიჯნება
🇦🇿 ayırma
🇲🇽 desunión
Etymology
The word 'unyoke' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'un-', which denotes reversal or negation, and the word 'yoke', which comes from Old English 'yoc' meaning a wooden beam or coupling that joins two animals together. The concept of a yoke has been prevalent in agricultural societies for centuries, used primarily for livestock. The use of the term 'unyoking' also carries historical context related to agricultural practices and the management of animal labor. The act of unyoking is often associated with relief, signifying the end of work or burdensome tasks. Throughout its history, 'unyoke' has maintained a largely agricultural context, but its metaphorical usage has expanded, reflecting broader themes of liberation from restrictions in various areas of life.