unremoved

adjective

un·​removed
¦ən+
: not removed:
a
: not eliminated
b
: not moved from one place to another
c
: firmly placed or grounded : irremovable, fixed, steadfast

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from un- entry 1 + removed, past participle of removen to remove

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unremoved was in the 15th century

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“Unremoved.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unremoved. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.

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