Meaning & Definition of Unbuttoned in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Describing clothing that is not fastened at the buttons.

  Example Sentence: He walked in with his shirt unbuttoned at the collar.

• Definition: Figuratively, it can refer to a relaxed or informal attitude.

  Example Sentence: After a long day at work, she felt unbuttoned and free.

Etymology

Origin: From the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' + 'buttoned', the past participle of 'button'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• let your hair down: to relax and be informal
• take off the tie: to become more relaxed in one's attire or demeanor
• loosen up: to become less tense or formal

Translations

• Spanish: desabotonado

• French: déboutonné

• German: nicht geknöpft

• Russian: расстегнутый

Related Words

• button: a small fastener used to secure clothing

• fastened: attached or secured tightly

Slang Meanings of unbuttoned

• Meaning: to let loose or be less formal

  Example Sentence: He's really unbuttoned at parties, always cracking jokes.

• Meaning: to remove physical or emotional restraints

  Example Sentence: Once she unbuttoned, she shared all her secrets.