unbranded
|un-brand-ed|
B2
/ʌnˈbrændɪd/
without a brand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unbranded' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'brand' which comes from Old Norse 'brandr' meaning 'to burn'.
Historical Evolution
'brand' changed from the Old Norse word 'brandr' and eventually became the modern English word 'brand'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'brand' meant 'to burn', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a trademark or distinctive name identifying a product or a manufacturer'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not marked with a brand or trademark.
The unbranded products are often cheaper than branded ones.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45