Definitions for unmoors

unmoors un·moor

Spelling: [uhn-moo r]
IPA: /ʌnˈmʊər/

Unmoors is a 7 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 11 points.

You can make 123 anagrams from letters in unmoors (mnoorsu).

Definitions for unmoors

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 unmoors

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

Examples for unmoors

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Word Value for unmoors
Scrable

8

Words with friends

11

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