Definition of unlock
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Examples of unlock in a Sentence
Could you unlock the door for me?
geneticists unlocking the secrets of DNA
The material's potential was unlocked only through extensive testing.
How can I unlock my computer if I've forgotten the password?
This class will unlock your creativity.
14th Century
First Known Use of unlock
14th century
UNLOCK Defined for English Language Learners
unlock
playDefinition of unlock for English Language Learners
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: to open the lock on (something)
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: to find out about (something that was secret or unknown)
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: to make (something) available for use
UNLOCK Defined for Kids
unlock
playDefinition of unlock for Students
unlocked
;unlocking
1 : to unfasten the lock of
2 : to make known Scientists are unlocking the secrets of nature.
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