unfurl

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To unroll or release something that had been rolled up, typically a sail or a flag.
  2. To roll out or debut anything.
  3. To open up by unrolling.
  4. To turn out or unfold; to evolve; to progress.

Pronunciation

/ʌnˈfəːl/ /ʌnˈfɝl/ en-au-unfurl.ogg

Word forms

unfurl unfurls unfurling unfurled

Etymology

From un- + furl.

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