unbranded

adjective

un·​brand·​ed ˌən-ˈbran-dəd How to pronounce unbranded (audio)
1
: not marked with the owner's name or mark
unbranded cattle
2
: not sold under a brand name

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Lyocell fibers are made with at least 50 percent less carbon emissions and water consumption, compared to generic (unbranded) lyocell. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 9 Oct. 2025 They’ve likely been sourced from local flea markets or Etsy rather than big box stores—after all, vintage/unbranded pieces transmit more authenticity and an appreciation for rarity. Viv Chen, Architectural Digest, 9 Sep. 2025 Consumer goods company Dabur, valued at $11 billion, took out a front-page newspaper advertisement this week carrying photos of unbranded toothpaste packs that resemble Colgate packaging. CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2025 Fashionphile on Tuesday revealed the launch of its private, unbranded fine jewelry line Parker & West. Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unbranded

Word History

First Known Use

1749, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unbranded was in 1749

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“Unbranded.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unbranded. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

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