Meaning of the word unleash in English

What does unleash mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

unleash

US /ʌnˈliːʃ/
UK /ʌnˈliːʃ/
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Verb

1.

to release a powerful force or emotion, or to let something happen suddenly

Example:
The storm is expected to unleash its full fury tonight.
The new advertising campaign helped unleash a wave of creativity.
2.

to remove a leash from a dog

Example:
He unleashed his dog at the park so it could run freely.
Please do not unleash your pets in this area.