untie
/ʌnˈtaɪ/
verb
- To undo or loosen something that is tied, knotted, or fastened.
- The sailor quickly untied the rope from the dock.
- Can you help me untie this stubborn knot in the necklace?
- She bent down to untie her shoelaces after a long walk.
- To free someone or something from being tied or restrained.
- The farmer untied the horse from the fence and led it to the barn.
- The hostage was untied and helped to safety.
- He untied the puppy from the post so it could run around.
- To resolve or clarify a complicated situation, problem, or emotional bond.
- She tried to untie the confusion surrounding the project's goals.
- It took hours of discussion to untie the legal issues in the contract.
- The therapist helped them untie the emotional knots in their relationship.