undeclared

adjective

un·​de·​clared ˌən-di-ˈklerd How to pronounce undeclared (audio)
: not announced or openly acknowledged : not stated or decided in an official way : not declared
an undeclared war
an undeclared presidential candidate
a student with an undeclared major

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Meanwhile, the Milan Prefecture has introduced a memorandum of understanding to tackle worker exploitation, undeclared work, tax evasion and unfair contractual practices in the fashion supply chain. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2025 On August 22, Blue Bell Creameries announced a voluntary recall of its 64-ounce Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough ice cream due to the presence of undeclared nuts, which pose a risk to individuals with nut allergies. Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025 National deputy Esteban Paulón says that Ballard was introduced to Milei by Laura Belén Arrieta, the infamous single passenger of the private jet owned by Leondro Scatturice who entered the country with ten pieces of undeclared luggage. Agustino Fontevecchia, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025 The undeclared ingredients mean people with soy or wheat allergies are at risk of an allergic reaction. Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 25 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for undeclared

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of undeclared was in 1526

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“Undeclared.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/undeclared. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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