unwrap

Everyday

1. To unwrap something is to take off the paper, plastic or cover that is around it. tree →
2. (informal) To unwrap a secret or idea is to reveal or explain it. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life: unwrapping presents on birthdays and Christmas, unwrapping sweets or a sandwich. In science and DT: unwrapping a parcel to see packaging. In stories and fairy tales: unwrapping a mysterious gift.

Examples

• We unwrapped our presents on Christmas morning. tree →
• Unwrap the chocolate bar carefully. tree →
• The baby loved unwrapping paper more than the toy! tree →
• Don't unwrap your sandwich until lunchtime. tree →
• She slowly unwrapped the mysterious parcel. tree →
• The museum unwrapped the old map from its cloth. tree →

Note

Double p before «-ed» and «-ing»: «unwrapped», «unwrapping». The «w» in «wrap» is silent.