Lexic.us

Definition of Loosen up

1. Verb. Cause to become unblocked. "The medicine unstuffed my nose in minutes!"

2. Verb. Become less tense, less formal, or less restrained, and assume a friendlier manner. "Our new colleague relaxed when he saw that we were a friendly group"

3. Verb. Make one's body limber or suppler by stretching, as if to prepare for strenuous physical activity.

4. Verb. Become less tense, rest, or take one's ease. "Sam and Sue loosen up"; "Let's all relax after a hard day's work"

5. Verb. Cause to feel relaxed. "The performance is likely to loosen up Sue"; "A hot bath always relaxes me"

Definition of Loosen up

1. Verb. (intransitive) to become loose; to loosen ¹

2. Verb. (colloquial) to relax, act less seriously. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Loosen Up

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