Definitions for unmoor

unmoor un·moor

Spelling: [uhn-moo r]
IPA: /ʌnˈmʊər/

Unmoor is a 6 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.

You can make 60 anagrams from letters in unmoor (mnooru).

Definitions for unmoor

verb (used with object)

  1. to loose (a vessel) from moorings or anchorage.
  2. to bring to the state of riding with a single anchor after being moored by two or more.

verb (used without object)

  1. (of a vessel) to become unmoored.

Origin of unmoor

First recorded in 1490-1500, unmoor is from the Middle English word unmooren. See un-2, moor2

Examples for unmoor

Can we unmoor the Santa Margarita from inside the breakwater, or can we not?

"After these transactions" Captain Morgan loosed his top-sail, as a signal to unmoor.

Very shortly after, signal was made to unmoor, upon which a noise of "No—no—no!"

When President Obama visits Israel this week, he will attempt neither to unmoor the old peace process nor outfit a new one.

Surely she might dare to wade out, unmoor the boat and climb in—if but opportunity were granted her!

Well, now, when you are ready I want you to unmoor her again.

Father is to come with us, and unmoor the boat, and help us to gather the water-lilies.

On the 16th June the signal was made to unmoor; and soon after, for the squadron to weigh.

He therefore gave orders to unmoor, and every preparation was made for quitting the bay.

Half an hour later, show the bunting to unmoor; and send my boat ashore as soon as you begin to heave on the capstan.

Word Value for unmoor
Scrable

8

Words with friends

11

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