loosen
/ˈluːsən/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4128 in the learning path
松开；使变松
Definitions
v. to make or become less tight or firmly attached
松开；使变松
v. to make rules or control less strict
放宽；放松限制
Example
He loosened his scarf as the room grew warmer.
房间渐渐暖和起来，他松了松围巾。
Governments may loosen restrictions on foreign investment to encourage business growth and create more employment opportunities.
政府可能放宽对外国投资的限制，以促进企业发展并创造更多就业机会。
Collocations
- loosen a knot
- loosen your grip
- loosen restrictions
Word family
- loose (adj.)
- loosely (adv.)
- looseness (n.)
Antonyms
- tighten
Usage tip
loosen是动词；loose是形容词，勿混淆lose。
FAQ
- What does loosen mean?
- to make or become less tight or firmly attached to make rules or control less strict
- How is loosen pronounced?
- UK /ˈluːsən/, US /ˈluːsən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
