ALL meanings of uncoupling
un·cou·ple
U u - verb with object uncoupling to release the coupling or link between; disconnect; let go: to uncouple railroad cars. 1
- verb with object uncoupling to end (a romantic relationship or marriage): Their marriage was uncoupled by financial problems. 1
- verb without object uncoupling to become unfastened; let go: The glider uncoupled from the tow plane. 1
- verb without object uncoupling to end a romantic relationship or marriage: My sister and her boyfriend have uncoupled after ten years together. 1
- verb without object uncoupling (of a romantic relationship or marriage) to end. 1