unlocking
v. B1 Intermediate US //ənˈɫɑkɪŋ// UK //ʌnlˈɒkɪŋ// un·lock·ing
v. to open something that was locked, or to make something available for use.
v. opening a physical lock or, metaphorically, releasing potential or gaining access to restricted information. Often used as a present participle to describe the process of enabling features or discovering hidden value.
He is unlocking the front door now.
The new software update focuses on unlocking advanced features for professional photographers.
By analyzing the ancient script, researchers are finally unlocking the secrets of a civilization that remained a mystery for centuries.
Usage
Transitive; requires a direct object such as a door, a phone, or a metaphorical concept like 'potential'.