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unwind Definition

un·wind (-wīnd)

transitive verb -·wound, -·wind·ing

  1. to wind off or undo (something wound)
  2. uncoil
  3. to straighten out or untangle (something confused or involved)
  4. to make relaxed, less tense, etc.

Etymology: ME unwinden < OE unwindan

intransitive verb

  1. to become unwound
  2. to become relaxed, less tense, etc.

  • unwinking
unwind Synonyms

unwind

v.

  1. To undo

    separate, loose, undo; see unwrap.

  2. To uncoil

    untwist, unravel, untwine, straighten out; see free 1, loosen 2.

  3. To relax

    recline, get rid of one's tensions, calm down; see rest 1, 2, relax 1.

unwind Usage Examples

Object

  • mistake: Home health care your voice mails unwound the mistake the value of.

Preposition: on

  • beach: Here you can unwind on the private beach or around the landscaped swimming pool.

Preposition: at

  • end: What else do you do to unwind at the end of a hard writing day?

Followed by a transitive particle

  • over: Inside you can enjoy the comfort of our splendid Lounge or unwind over a drink in our delightful Lounge Bar.

Modifying Another Word

  • slowly: If you want to unwind slowly and ease yourself into your Caribbean holiday, Stay and Cruise is for you.
  • totally: Many guests stay with us at these times to enjoy the comfort of their accommodation and to totally unwind.
  • simply: In your spare time either explore the region or simply unwind.
  • completely: Why not take some time out to completely unwind in great company?

Preposition: after

  • day: Click here and choose where to unwind after a busy day at the show.

Preposition: in

  • surroundings: Here you can relax and unwind in surroundings steeped in history.
  • comfort: Here you can escape the busy station and unwind in comfort.
  • cottage: Come and unwind quickly in these enchanting cottages ( really warm and cozy in Winter ).
  • setting: Outside, the south-facing walled courtyard garden provides complete privacy, inviting visitors to unwind in this peaceful setting.
  • bar: After a huge day all three of us unwound in a little Aussie bar in the heart of London.
  • evening: It provides the perfect spot to relax and unwind in the long, warm summer evenings.

Preposition: of

  • imbalance: That in turn will largely determine how successfully we can achieve an orderly unwinding of the present imbalances.
  • discount: In the US, the fall in the unwind of the discount is primarily due to foreign exchange movements.

Preposition: from

  • stress: Helps you relax and unwind from stress and improves your sleep.

Preposition: with

  • drink: Alternatively unwind with a drink in our cozy bar.

Preposition: by

  • pool: Unwind by the swimming pool or take one of the daily excursions to the Falls or to the historic township of Livingstone.

Browse dictionary entries near unwind

  1. unwillingly
  2. unwilling
  3. unwieldy
  4. unwholesome
  5. unwept
  6. unwell
  7. unwelcome
  8. unwearied
  9. unwavering
  10. unwashed
  1. unwind a trade
  2. unwise
  3. unwisely
  4. unwish
  5. unwitting
  6. unwittingly
  7. unwonted
  8. unworldly
  9. unworthy
  10. unwound