LOOSENS Meaning and
Definition
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Loosens, as a verb, refers to the action of making something less tight, rigid, or constricting. It is the opposite of tightening or securing. When something is loosened, usually physical objects or materials, it becomes less restricted or bound, allowing for greater movement, flexibility, or adjustability.
In the context of physical objects or mechanisms, loosening often involves releasing tension on tight bolts, screws, or fasteners, thereby allowing them to be unscrewed or unfastened. This action is commonly done using tools like wrenches, pliers, or screwdrivers, applied in the opposite direction of the previous tightening. Loosening can also relate to the adjustment of movable parts or components, such as loosening hinges, knobs, or fittings, enabling them to be repositioned or realigned.
Moreover, the term "loosens" goes beyond the physical and can also refer to making something less strict, firm, or rigid in terms of rules, regulations, or principles. For example, laws or policies can be loosened to provide more freedom, flexibility, or leniency for individuals or businesses. It implies a relaxation of previously stringent requirements or standards.
In summary, the word "loosens" denotes the process of making something less tight, secure, or restricted physically or metaphorically, allowing for greater movement, adjustability, or leniency.
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Etymology of LOOSENS
The word "loosens" is derived from the verb "loosen", which can be traced back to the Middle English word "losen" or "losien". This Middle English term was adapted from the Old English word "lōsian", which meant to release, free, or untie. The Old English form can be further traced back to the Proto-Germanic root "lausjaną" and ultimately to the Proto-Indo-European root "lews-", both with similar meanings related to "loose" or "unfasten".
Similar spelling words for LOOSENS
- lozenge,
- loosen,
- looses,
- lousiness,
- loses,
- louses,
- loggins,
- looseness,
- losings,
- lossing,
- lessens,
- losing.
Conjugate verb Loosens
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