Definition of neutral
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: one that is neutral
The two countries were neutrals while their neighbors were at war.
2
: a neutral color
She painted the room in neutrals.
3
: a position of disengagement (as of gears)
He put the car in neutral.
neutral
adjectiveDefinition of neutral (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: not engaged on either side
specifically
: not aligned with a political or ideological grouping
a neutral nation
2
: of or relating to a neutral state or power
neutral territory
3a
: not decided or pronounced as to characteristics : indifferent
b(1)
: achromatic
(2)
: nearly achromatic
c(1)
: neuter sense 3
(2)
: lacking stamens or pistils
d
: neither acid nor basic
e
: not electrically charged
4
: produced with the tongue in the position it has when at rest
the neutral vowels of \ə-ˈbəv\ above
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The first known use of neutral was in the 15th century
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