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to undo
01
to release or loosen something that is fastened or tied
Transitive: to undo a fastening or zipper
Example
She reached behind her back to undo the zipper of her dress.
In a hurry, he struggled to undo the knots of his shoelaces and quickly slipped off his shoes.
The tailor had to undo the stitches and make adjustments to the hem of the dress for a perfect fit.
02
to make null or cancel the effects of something
Transitive: to undo past actions
Example
Realizing the mistake, he quickly tried to undo the accidental deletion of the important file from his computer.
The software allows users to undo their last edits, providing a safety net in case changes need to be reversed.
She had to undo the changes in the document.
03
to remove or negate specific qualities or features
Transitive: to undo the state or effect of sth
Example
The harsh weather conditions began to undo the vibrant colors of the outdoor mural.
The use of strong chemicals can undo the natural oils in your hair.
Continuous exposure to sunlight can undo the original brilliance of fabrics.
04
to open or reveal the content of a package
Transitive: to undo a package
Example
She carefully undid the carefully wrapped package to reveal the surprise gift inside.
To check the contents, he began to undo the layers of packaging that surrounded the fragile item.
The mystery box was securely taped, but with a pair of scissors, she easily undid the packaging to uncover its contents.
05
to cause someone or something to get ruined or destroyed
Transitive: to undo sth
Example
The torrential rain threatened to undo the delicate sandcastle they had built on the beach.
The unexpected economic downturn had the potential to undo years of financial stability for the small business.
Reckless driving has the power to undo lives in a split second, causing irreversible harm.
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do
Verb
undo
Verb
undoing
Noun
undoing
Noun
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