The Clue
Command to return to a former state (4 letter answer)
The Answer
UNDO
Tags
Notes
The answer UNDO is seen frequently, appearing about once every 80 puzzles.
Related Clues
Annul
Cancel
Destroy
Disassemble
Loosen
Nullify
Open
Release
Reverse
Ruin
Bring to ruin
Destroy or seduce
Loosen a knot
Menu option
Open a clasp
Pull strings?
Reverse, as damage
Set at naught
Solve a mystery
Strike down
Take apart
Choice on an Edit menu
Computer correction command
Fix a faux pas
Word processor command
Word processor option
"Go back," on an edit menu
Definition
UNDO as a verb:
1. cancel, annul, or reverse an action or its effect; "I wish I could undo my actions"
2. (unmake, undo) = deprive of certain characteristics
3. cause the ruin or downfall of; "A single mistake undid the President and he had to resign"
4. (untie, undo, loosen) = cause to become loose; "undo the shoelace"; "untie the knot"; "loosen the necktie"
5. (unwrap, undo) = remove the outer cover or wrapping of; "Let's unwrap the gifts!"; "undo the parcel"