Dictionary entryCEFR B2verb
loosen
IPA pronunciation: /ˈluːsən/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
ослаблять, расшатывать
English definition
To make something less tight or firm.
Example
She loosened the lid of the jar with a twist.
Collocations
- loosen up
- loosen the grip
- loosen a screw
- loosen restrictions
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