uncork

un·cork

verb \ˌən-ˈkȯrk\

Definition of UNCORK

transitive verb

1

: to draw a cork from <uncork a bottle>

2

a : to release from a sealed or pent-up state <uncork a surprise> b : to let go : release <uncork a wild pitch>

Examples of UNCORK

1. uncork a bottle of wine
2. The incident uncorked years of pent-up anger and frustration.

First Known Use of UNCORK

1709

Related to UNCORK

Synonyms: loose, loosen, release, unleash, unlock, unloose, unloosen

Antonyms: bridle, check, constrain, contain, control, curb, govern, hold, inhibit, regulate, rein (in), restrain, smother, tame

Related Words: discharge, emancipate, enfranchise, free, liberate, manumit, spring, unbind, uncage, unchain, unfetter, unmoor, unshackle; air, express, take out, vent

Near Antonyms: handcuff, manacle, shackle, trammel; bind, confine, enchain, fetter; halter, hamper

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Rhymes with UNCORK

bulwark, New York, North York, pitchfork, salt pork, wood stork