† unˈting, v. Obs.—1
[un-2 4 b. Cf. tinger2 and s.w. dial. ting to bind, fasten together.]
trans. To loosen (a cart-body) so as to prepare it for tipping. So † unˈtinger. Obs. rare.
| 1587 Fleming Contn. Holinshed III. 1544/2 There attended..eight men called vntingers, to loose and vndoo the tackle of euerie court immediatlie before the vnloding or sheluing thereof [at Dover harbour]. Ibid. 1545/1 When the first court came nigh to the place where he should vnlode, one vntinged it, and the driuer proceeded with his court..into the ouze or water. |