verb as in strong fondness

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unfasten, unbutton, unhook

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Example Sentences

Example:She decided to remove the necklace and fasten it later, as she couldn't find the clasp.

Definition:To remove or release a fastening, such as a clasp or button.

From unfasten

Example:After unbuttoning the shirt, he could see the stain and had to wash it before rebuttoning it.

Definition:To undo a series of buttons or fasteners, which is the opposite of fastening.

From unbutton

Example:He unhooked the photo from the wall and set it aside to clean the frame before rehooking it.

Definition:To detach something from a hook or similar fastener, which is the opposite of clasp.

From unhook