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un·covenanted | \ ¦ən+ \
Definition of uncovenanted
1a : not granted or entered into under a covenant specifically : not assured by divine promises or conditions the uncovenanted mercies of God
b : not having entered into relationship with God through the appointed means
2a : not having joined in a league or assented to a covenant or agreement specifically : not having signed or adhered to the Scottish National Covenant of 1638 or the Solemn League and Covenant of 1643
b : not employed under a covenant
served for many years as an uncovenanted official of the Indian Civil Service — compare covenanted sense 1a
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