What is another word for unhitching?

Pronunciation: [ʌnhˈɪt͡ʃɪŋ] (IPA)

Unhitching refers to the act of disconnecting or separating two objects that are hitched or attached together. There are several synonyms for the word "unhitching", including detaching, unfastening, uncoupling, unhooking, disengaging, disconnecting, and separating. All of these words describe the process of undoing a connection or bond between two entities. The word "unhitching" is commonly used when referring to vehicles, such as trailers or horse-drawn carriages, but it can also be used figuratively to describe the act of breaking away from a relationship or situation. No matter how it is used, there are plenty of synonyms available to help convey the same message.

What are the hypernyms for Unhitching?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Unhitching

Hastily unhitching the discouraged animals, Martin made his rope fast to the sled, and thus alone endeavoured to drag it forward.
"If Any Man Sin"
H. A. Cody
He deliberately unbuttoned his tunic, took off his cap and unhitching his braces, fastened his belt around his waist.
"The Orchard of Tears"
Sax Rohmer
Then, unhitching a dressing-gown of faded purple from a peg behind the door, he turned the lamp low again and stepped out upon the landing.
"The Blue Pavilions"
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

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