Meaning of the word loosen in English
What does loosen mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
loosen
US /ˈluː.sən/
UK /ˈluː.sən/
Verb
1.
to make something less tight or less firmly fastened
Example:
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Can you help me loosen this knot?
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He had to loosen his tie after the long meeting.
2.
to become less tight or less firmly fastened
Example:
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The screws started to loosen over time.
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Her grip on the rope began to loosen.
3.
to make rules or controls less strict
Example:
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The government decided to loosen the restrictions on travel.
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They need to loosen their grip on the market.
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