unship Meaning, Definition & Usage

Un*ship" transitive verb

Etymology

1st pref. un- + ship.

Definitions

1. To take out of a ship or vessel; as, to unship goods.
2. (Naut.) To remove or detach, as any part or implement, from its proper position or connection when in use; as, to unship an oar; to unship capstan bars; to unship the tiller.