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unburden
verb un·bur·den \-ˈbər-dən\
: to take a problem or burden away from (someone or something)
Full Definition of UNBURDEN
transitive verb
1
: to free or relieve from a burden
2
: to relieve oneself of (as cares, fears, or worries) : cast off
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First Known Use of UNBURDEN
circa 1538
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unburden
verb un·bur·den \ˌən-ˈbər-dən\
un·bur·denedun·bur·den·ing
Definition of UNBURDEN for Kids
: to free from a burden and especially from something causing worry or unhappiness <After weeks of worry she unburdened herself to her friends.>
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