unbend Meaning, Definition & Usage

verb straighten up or out; make straight
straighten.
verb unfasten, as a sail, from a spar or a stay
verb free from flexure
- unbend a bow
verb make less taut
relax.
- relax the tension on the rope
verb become less tense, rest, or take one's ease
unwind; relax; decompress; slow down; loosen up.
- He relaxed in the hot tub
- Let's all relax after a hard day's work
verb release from mental strain, tension, or formality
- unbend the mind from absorbing too much information

1st pref. un- + bend.

imperfect & past participle Unbent ; present participle & verbal noun Unbending

To free from flexure; to make, or allow to become, straight; to loosen; as, to unbend a bow.
A remit from a strain or from exertion; to set at ease for a time; to relax; as, to unbend the mind from study or care.
You do unbend your noble strength. Shak.
(Naut.) (a) To unfasten, as sails, from the spars or stays to which they are attached for use. (b) To cast loose or untie, as a rope.

To cease to be bent; to become straight or relaxed.
To relax in exertion, attention, severity, or the like; hence, to indulge in mirth or amusement.