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Meaning of untethered
The primary meaning of "untethered" refers to something or someone that is unrestricted or uncontrolled, often implying a sense of freedom or lack of restraint.
Etymology of untethered
The word "untethered" originates from the Old English words "un" (meaning "not") and "tether" (meaning "rope" or "chain"), with "tether" derived from the Old Norse word "tiþr", also meaning "rope" or "chain"
Historically, the term "tether" referred to a rope or chain used to restrain or tie up an animal, and "untethered" described an animal that was free from such restraint
Over time, the meaning of "untethered" expanded to include figurative senses, such as being unrestricted or uncontrolled in a more abstract sense
Synonyms
Definitions
- Not tied or fastened, able to move freely
- * Not restricted or controlled, able to act or make decisions independently
- * (Of a device or system) not physically connected or attached to something
Usage Examples
- The hot air balloon was untethered and soared into the sky
- * Her imagination ran wild, untethered by conventional thinking
- * The company's finances were untethered, with no budget or spending limits