Meaning of the word unroll in English

What does unroll mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unroll

US /ʌnˈroʊl/
UK /ʌnˈrəʊl/

Verb

1.

to open or cause to open from a rolled or folded state

Example:
He watched the map unroll across the table.
She carefully began to unroll the ancient scroll.
2.

to reveal or disclose something gradually

Example:
The story began to unroll with unexpected twists.
As the investigation continued, new facts began to unroll.