unbar

/ʌnˈbɑr/
verb
  1. To remove a bar or bars from; to open or unlock something that was barred.
    • They unbarred the cellar door after years of it being locked.
    • She unbarred the window and let in the fresh morning air.
    • The guard unbarred the heavy gate to let the visitors enter.
  2. To remove an obstacle or restriction; to make something accessible or free.
    • His apology unbarred the way for a renewed friendship.
    • The scholarship unbarred the door to higher education for many students.
    • The new law unbarred the path for small businesses to compete.
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