unscramble

un·scram·ble

verb \ˌən-ˈskram-bəl\

Definition of UNSCRAMBLE

transitive verb

1

: to separate (as a conglomeration or tangle) into original components : resolve, clarify

2

: to restore (scrambled communication) to intelligible form

— un·scram·bler \-b(ə-)lər\ noun

Examples of UNSCRAMBLE

1. We weren't able to unscramble the satellite signal.
2. Unscramble the letters ALCEDNRA to spell “CALENDAR.”

First Known Use of UNSCRAMBLE

circa 1920

Rhymes with UNSCRAMBLE

preamble