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un·​oriented | \ "+ \

Definition of unoriented

: not oriented: such as
a : not having a position, direction, and bearing definitely ascertained
b : of, relating to, or being a texture in igneous rock in which the individual crystals lie crisscross in orientation
c : lacking a set goal, purpose, or direction engaged in unoriented study

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First Known Use of unoriented

1931, in the meaning defined above

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“Unoriented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unoriented. Accessed 30 Nov. 2021.

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