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Meaning of Untether
The primary meaning of the word "untether" is to release or disconnect something or someone from a restraining or guiding influence.
Definitions
- To release or disconnect something or someone from a restraining or guiding influence
- To remove the tether or restraining device from an animal, vehicle, or object
- To free someone or something from a restrictive or controlling force
Etymology of Untether
The word "untether" originated in the mid-17th century from the prefix "un-" meaning "opposite of" and "tether" meaning "a rope or chain for restraining an animal"
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of releasing an animal from its tether, and later its meaning expanded to include figurative uses
Example Uses
- The company decided to untether its employees from their desks and allow them to work remotely
- The new policy aims to untether the economy from its dependence on fossil fuels
- The hikers had to untether their dog from the tree to continue their journey