unnamed — Not having been given a name; not identified by name. Often refers to anonymous sources or unidentified entities.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Not having been given a name; not identified by name. Often refers to anonymous sources or unidentified entities.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ʌnˈneɪmd/
Example Sentences
- The unnamed pizza delivery guy became a local legend after fighting off aliens.
- An unnamed employee reported that the office coffee machine has gained consciousness.
- The journalist protected her unnamed sources.
unnamed
ADJECTIVE[/ʌnˈneɪmd/]
Not having been given a name; not identified by name. Often refers to anonymous sources or unidentified entities.
Not having been given a name; not identified by name. Often refers to anonymous sources or unidentified entities.
Though unnamed, the artist remains untamed and acclaimed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the negative prefix 'un-' combined with 'named,' which comes from Old English 'nama' meaning 'name' or 'reputation.'
Breakdown
un- (not/without) + name (from Old English 'nama') + -ed (past participle suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The unnamed pizza delivery guy became a local legend after fighting off aliens.”
“An unnamed employee reported that the office coffee machine has gained consciousness.”
“The journalist protected her unnamed sources.”
“Several unnamed witnesses saw the incident.”
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