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unused
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un·used

adjective \-ˈyüzd, in the phrase “unused to” usually -ˈyüs(t)\

Definition of UNUSED

1
: not habituated : unaccustomed <unused to crowds>
2
: not used: as
a : fresh, new <set an unused canvas on the easel>
b : not put to use : idle <unused land>
c : not consumed : accrued <unused sick leave>
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Examples of UNUSED

  1. The library has been unused for 10 years.
  2. I have four days of unused vacation time left.

First Known Use of UNUSED

14th century

Related to UNUSED

Synonyms
unacclimated, unaccustomed, unadapted, unadjusted
Antonyms
acclimated, accustomed, adapted, adjusted, habituated, used

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