1. the act or process of making or becoming less tight, firm, or restrictive

1. present participle of loosen; making or becoming less tight, firm, or restrictive

Examples

• The loosening of the rope allowed the boat to drift away.
• She felt a gradual loosening of tension in her shoulders.
• The government announced a loosening of travel restrictions.
• He was loosening his tie after the long meeting.
• The loosening soil made it easier to plant the seeds.
• The coach noticed a loosening of discipline among the players.
• She was loosening the jar lid with all her strength.