B2verbtechnologyhome
US/ʌnˈlɑːk/
UK/ʌnˈlɒk/
to open something that was closed with a lock, or to make something available that was hidden
In context
She unlocked the front door and walked into the dark hallway.
You can unlock new levels in the game by collecting enough coins.
Education can unlock opportunities for children from poor families.
Words that go with unlock
verb + noun
- unlock the doorHe unlocked the door with his spare key.
- unlock your phoneUse your fingerprint to unlock your phone.
- unlock potentialGood teachers unlock the potential of every student.
- unlock a featurePay a small fee to unlock extra features.
- unlock the secretScientists hope to unlock the secrets of the brain.
verb + preposition
- unlock with a keyThe cabinet unlocks with a small key.