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loosen

The correct spelling is loosen.

How to pronounce loosen

/ˈluːsn̩/
verb

IPA: /ˈluːsn̩/

Say it like: Loo-sen

The correct spelling is loosen. To make loose. For example: "After the Thanksgiving meal, Bill loosened his belt."

Usage Examples

After the Thanksgiving meal, Bill loosened his belt.

I noticed that my seatbelt had gradually loosened during the journey.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make loose.
  2. 2.To become loose.
  3. 3.To disengage (a device that restrains).
  4. 4.To become unfastened or undone.
  5. 5.To free from restraint; to set at liberty.

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