Unwrapped

/ʌnˈræpt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To remove the wrapping or covering from something.

He unwrapped the gift eagerly, revealing a beautiful watch inside.

To reveal or disclose something that was previously concealed.

The report unwrapped the complexities of the financial crisis.

adjective

Not wrapped; exposed or opened.

The unwrapped package sat on the table, waiting to be examined.

Composed of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'wrapped', the past participle of 'wrap'.

unwrap the truth

To reveal the reality of a situation.

unwrap a gift

To remove the wrapping from a present.

unwrap potential

To reveal or develop latent abilities.

wrap

To cover or enclose something with material.

covered

To be placed over something to protect or conceal it.

package

A bundle of something wrapped or boxed.

To share personal information openly.

He finally unwrapped about his feelings for her.

To finish telling a story or giving an explanation.

Once he started talking, he completely unwrapped the situation.