desserrer

French

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) to loosen (knot, belt, etc.)
  • (transitive) to unclench (teeth); relax (grip); release (brakes)
  • (transitive) to space out
  • (transitive) to ease, relax
  • (reflexive) to come loose; to slacken

Etymology

Prefix from French serrer (tighten, grip, squeeze).

Origin

French

serrer

Gloss

tighten, grip, squeeze

Concept
Semantic Field

Basic actions and technology

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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