untape

English

Etymology

From un- +‎ tape.

Verb

untape (third-person singular simple present untapes, present participle untaping, simple past and past participle untaped)

1. (transitive) To detach the adhesive tape from.
   • 2005, John A. Nelson, Joyce C. Nelson, The Big Book of Weekend Woodworking: 150 Easy Projects, page 405:

     After the glue sets, untape the sides from the drawers. Once you are sure all the drawer supports are positioned correctly, nail them in place using 1/2-inch-long brads.

   • 2008, Peep Show (British TV series), "Burgling" (series 5 episode 1)

     JEZ: We might need to tidy up a bit. And we may have to untape the DVD and video and TV and Sky remotes.

Anagrams

• ante up, ante-up, pea-nut, peanut