Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unbutton
verb
/ʌnˈbʌtən/
Definition
To undo or open the buttons of a garment.
Examples
- She decided to unbutton her coat when she entered the warm room.
- He unbuttoned his shirt after a long day at work.
- Please unbutton your jacket before sitting down.
Meaning
To remove or disengage the fastenings of a piece of clothing, usually to make it looser or to take it off.
Synonyms
- undo
- unfasten
- unzip
