unburned
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/ʌnˈbɜrnd/
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/ʌnˈbɜːnd/
(burn)
ignite or consume by fire
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unburned' originates from the Old English prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'burned', which is the past participle of 'burn'.
Historical Evolution
'unburned' changed from the Old English word 'unbærned' and eventually became the modern English word 'unburned'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not having been burned', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not consumed by fire or heat.
The unburned wood was still usable for the campfire.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45