unused

un·used

adj
\-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>

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

Related Words: unseasoned

Near Antonyms: unaffected, uninfluenced

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