untethered

/ʌnˈtɛðərd/
adjective
  1. Not tied or fastened with a rope or chain; free to move around.
    • During the storm, the untethered boat drifted out to sea.
    • The dog was left untethered in the backyard.
    • The horse wandered untethered through the meadow.
  2. Not connected or linked to something; free from restrictions or obligations.
    • The artist worked best when untethered from commercial demands.
    • Modern workers often feel untethered from a single location thanks to remote technology.
    • After quitting her job, she felt untethered and ready for adventure.
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