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Loosening

Verb Another word for loosening — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The action of making something less tight or firm.

Synonyms & similar words

relax loosen stiffen slackening tease teaseapart untie tightening relaxation laxation undo loose relaxation slackening unfastening untightening unbinding untying unlacing unclenching unstiffening unbuckling unbending unwinding uncoiling uncorking untangling unwriggling untwining unblocking unjamming unhooking

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