unlock

verb

1. to open a lock on a door, container, device, etc. using a key, code, or similar method

   A2

   transitive

   • "She unlocked the door and went inside."A2
   • "You need a code to unlock the safe."B1
   • "He unlocked the cabinet with a small key."B1
   • "I unlocked my phone with my fingerprint."A2
   • "The app lets you unlock your front door remotely."B2

2. to make something possible or available by removing a restriction or limitation, or to help someone use their abilities

   B1

   transitive

   • "This course will unlock new career opportunities."B1
   • "The new funding unlocked the project to move forward."B2
   • "Scientists hope the data will unlock the secrets of the disease."C1

3. to make a device, account, or previously blocked feature or content usable or available by removing a restriction

   B1

   transitive

   • "The network agreed to unlock her phone after the contract ended."B2
   • "Complete the level to unlock a new character."B1
   • "You can unlock extra features by subscribing."B2
   • "Players must solve the puzzle to unlock the final area."C1