unbend — to straighten something that was bent or curved
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to straighten something that was bent or curved
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈbend/
Example Sentences
- My grandfather can't unbend his arthritis fingers anymore.
- The robot tried to unbend, but it was stuck in a bow position forever.
- She never unbends during meetings, but becomes totally different at parties.
unbend
VERB[/ʌnˈbend/]
to straighten something that was bent or curved
Straightening what was bent
Unbend what's twisted, then mend what's broken!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word originates from Old English 'unbend', a compound formation combining the prefix 'un-' (meaning opposite or reversal) with 'bend' (to curve or fold). This construction reflects the Germanic word-formation patterns prevalent in early English.
Breakdown
un- (opposite, reversal) + bend (to curve or fold). The prefix 'un-' negates or reverses the action of the root verb 'bend', creating the sense of straightening or relaxing a curved position.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandfather can't unbend his arthritis fingers anymore.”
“The robot tried to unbend, but it was stuck in a bow position forever.”
“She never unbends during meetings, but becomes totally different at parties.”
“I had to unbend three paper clips to make a mini sculpture of the Eiffel Tower.”
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