unlocked
v. B1 Intermediate US //ənˈɫɑkt// UK //ʌnlˈɒkt// un·locked
v. to open something that was locked using a key, a code, or your fingerprint. You also use this when you gain access to a new level in a game or a feature on your phone.
v. to release the fastening of a lock; to make a previously restricted resource or feature accessible. Often used in digital contexts to describe gaining access to software capabilities or hardware functions.
She unlocked the front door and stepped inside.
After completing the final mission, the player unlocked a powerful new character for the next round.
The researchers believe that studying these ancient texts will provide the key that finally unlocks the mysteries of the lost civilization's social hierarchy.
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object.