unstop

verb — 3 senses

unstop

verb

Etymology From Middle English unstoppen, equivalent to un- + stop. Cognate with Dutch ontstoppen, German entstopfen.

1

To remove a stoppage; to clear a blockage.

  • I was able to unstop the clogged toilet by using a plunger.
2

To unplug or uncork a container.

  • I unstopped a bottle of wine to celebrate.
3

To draw out the stops of (an organ).

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