Unbuttoned

/ʌnˈbʌtənd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To open or undo the buttons of a garment.

She unbuttoned her coat as she walked into the warm room.

To release a person from a state of restriction or formality.

After the meeting, he unbuttoned his collar and relaxed.

adjective

Not fastened with buttons; having buttons that are undone.

He walked into the party with his shirt unbuttoned, exuding a casual vibe.

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

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

button

a small fastener used to secure clothing

fastened

attached or secured tightly

to let loose or be less formal

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

to remove physical or emotional restraints

Once she unbuttoned, she shared all her secrets.