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Meaning of unmute
The primary meaning of the word "unmute" is to remove or disable a mute setting, allowing sound to be heard.
Etymology of unmute
The word "unmute" is derived from the prefix "un-" meaning "not" or "opposite of" and the word "mute" which originated from the Old French word "mut" meaning "dumb" or "silent"
The term "unmute" has been in use since the mid-19th century, initially in the context of music and theater, and has since expanded to include various fields such as technology and communication
Synonyms
enable
activate
turn on
switch on
unmuffle
unplug
unleash
unshackle
unsilence
unblock
unseal
unlock
open
release
free
liberate
allow
permit
authorize
sanction
turn up
increase
amplify
boost
enhance
augment
turn off the mute
take off mute
switch off mute
disengage mute
cancel mute
deactivate mute
silence remover
sound restorer
volume increaser
audio activator
microphone enabler
Definitions
- To remove or disable a mute setting, allowing sound to be heard
- * To free or release something from a state of being muted or silenced
Usage Examples
- You can unmute your phone by pressing the volume button
- * The teacher asked the student to unmute their microphone during the online presentation
- * The new software update allows you to unmute specific tabs on your browser