un·spe·cial·ized
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Definition of unspecialized
: not differentiated for a particular end or fitted for a particular purpose : not specialized
unspecialized cells unspecialized conditions
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Synonyms & Antonyms for unspecialized
Synonyms
- all-around
- (also all-round),
- all-purpose,
- catholic,
- general,
- general-purpose,
- unlimited,
- unqualified,
- unrestricted
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Researchers have known for decades that a group of unspecialized stem cells called neoblasts help planaria regenerate.
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Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, 14 June 2018
Many thought that these unspecialized cells could be a panacea.
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Maya Wei-haas, Smithsonian, 10 Jan. 2017
Many thought that these unspecialized cells could be a panacea.
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Maya Wei-haas, Smithsonian, 10 Jan. 2017
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“Unspecialized.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unspecialized. Accessed 12 Jun. 2021.
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The first known use of unspecialized was in 1874
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