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UNWIND

(verb, noun)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Unwind.

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Unwind - as a verb

Reverse the winding or twisting of

Example: "Unwind a ball of yarn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unrollwind off
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
wind

Separate the tangles of

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disentangle
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
undo
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Become less tense, rest, or take one's ease

Example: "He relaxed in the hot tub"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decompressloosen uprelaxslow downunbend
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change stateturn
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to feel relaxed

Example: "A hot bath always relaxes me"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loosen upmake relaxedrelaxunlaxunstrain
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
affect
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Unwind - as a noun

Any mechanism or operation that unwinds something.

Example Sentences

"After a long day at work, I like to unwind by taking a hot bath."
"He unwinds from the stress of his job by going for a run every evening."
"She unwinds by listening to soft music and meditating."
"The resort offers various activities to help guests unwind and relax."
"You should find a hobby that helps you unwind and relieve stress."
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Word Game Points

Is UNWIND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, unwind is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

UNWIND has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is UNWIND a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, unwind is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
UNWIND has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is UNWIND a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, unwind is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
UNWIND has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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