unbend

1. v. t. To free from flexure; to make, or allow to become, straight; to loosen; as, to unbend a bow. Source: opted

2. v. t. A remit from a strain or from exertion; to set at ease for a time; to relax; as, to unbend the mind from study or care. Source: opted

3. v. t. To unfasten, as sails, from the spars or stays to which they are attached for use. Source: opted

4. v. t. To cast loose or untie, as a rope. Source: opted

5. v. i. To cease to be bent; to become straight or relaxed. Source: opted

6. v. i. To relax in exertion, attention, severity, or the like; hence, to indulge in mirth or amusement. Source: opted

7. v. straighten up or out; make straight Source: wordnet

8. v. unfasten, as a sail, from a spar or a stay Source: wordnet

9. v. free from flexure Source: wordnet

10. v. make less taut Source: wordnet

11. v. become less tense, rest, or take one's ease Source: wordnet

12. v. release from mental strain, tension, or formality Source: wordnet

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