The difference between Detach and Unfasten
When used as verbs, detach means to take apart from, whereas unfasten means to detach from any connecting agency or link.
check bellow for the other definitions of Detach and Unfasten
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Detach as a verb (transitive):
To take apart from; to take off.
Examples:
"to detach the tag from a newly purchased garment"
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Detach as a verb (transitive, military):
To separate for a special object or use.
Examples:
"to detach a ship from a fleet, or a company from a regiment"
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Detach as a verb (intransitive):
To come off something.
Examples:
"Now that the zipper has detached, my winter coat won't keep me very warm."
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Unfasten as a verb (transitive):
To detach from any connecting agency or link; to disconnect.
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Unfasten as a verb (intransitive):
To come unloosed or untied.