lõõtuma

Lõõtuma is an Estonian verb that describes the act of unfolding, unrolling, or laying out something that has been rolled or folded. It can be used in both literal and figurative contexts.

Literally, lõõtuma refers to the physical process of unrolling a carpet, a scroll, or a piece of fabric. For example, one might lõõtuma a rug onto the floor or lõõtuma out a length of rope. The word implies a smooth and gradual extension of the material from its coiled or compressed state.

Figuratively, lõõtuma can describe the unfolding of events, the disclosure of information, or the development of a situation. In this sense, it suggests a process that becomes clear or visible over time. For instance, a complex plot in a story might lõõtuma, or the details of an investigation could gradually lõõtuma. It can also be used to describe someone relaxing or unwinding, letting go of tension.

The noun form derived from this verb is lõõt, which can refer to a fold, a crease, or a ply, particularly in materials like fabric or paper. The verb lõõtuma captures the dynamic action of moving from a state of being folded or rolled to a state of being spread out or revealed.