Pronunciation: [ʌnlˈe͡ɪsɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "unlacing" is spelled with three syllables: /ʌn-leɪs-ɪŋ/. The first syllable is pronounced with the "uh" sound, as in "fun". The second syllable is pronounced with the "lay" diphthong, as in "hey". The third syllable ends with the "ing" suffix, which is pronounced with the "ihng" sound, as in "sing". "Unlacing" refers to the act of untying or loosening shoelaces, and is commonly used in the context of removing shoes.
Unlacing refers to the act of loosening or undoing the laces or fastenings of something. It commonly refers to untying or unfastening the laces or strings that hold together a garment, such as shoes or corsets, allowing it to be removed or adjusted. The process of unlacing involves pulling on the ends of the laces to loosen the tension and detach them from the eyelets or hooks that they are threaded through.
In the context of shoes, unlacing involves loosening and removing the laces to either take off the shoes or adjust the tightness for comfort. Individuals often unlaces their shoes in a similar fashion to how they were originally laced, untying the knots at the end of the laces and then pulling the laces out of each series of eyelets until the shoe opens up. Unlacing can be done quickly to slip off or put on shoes in a hurry.
Unlacing can also refer to unfastening or loosening the laces or strings of other items like corsets, garments with lace-up details, or even sports equipment like boxing gloves. It allows for flexibility, adjustments, or ensuring a proper fit. Overall, unlacing involves undoing the lacing system of any item by loosening or untying the laces or fastenings to separate its interconnected components or to achieve the desired fit or level of tightness.
The word "unlacing" is derived from the verb "to lace".
"Lace" originated from the Old French word "las" or "laz", which referred to a cord or string used for fastening or tying. The Old French word itself can be traced back to the Latin word "laqueus", meaning a snare or noose.
The prefix "un-" in "unlacing" indicates the reversal or removal of the action. So, the term "unlacing" means to undo or loosen the laces of something, such as shoes or a corset, by untying or loosening the cords that hold it together.
