1
: not subjected to tapping
an untapped keg
2
: not drawn upon or utilized
as yet untapped markets
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While commercial applications remain several years away, scientists say the record-setting performance demonstrates that silicon-compatible quantum materials still have untapped potential.
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Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 25 Nov. 2025
This is a monumental untapped economic opportunity for American farmers – and, by extension, American consumers.
—Kelly Damewood, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025
Standing 6-foot-11, Mobley has been compared to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama for his elite athleticism, uncanny hoops IQ and shot-blocking ability and 7-4 wingspan; a defensive juggernaut who has untapped offensive potential.
—Mirin Fader, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2025
During the colder months, spring dresses are an untapped resource and a great way to give your favorite jeans a break.
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Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 25 Nov. 2025
This is a monumental untapped economic opportunity for American farmers – and, by extension, American consumers.
—Kelly Damewood, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025
Standing 6-foot-11, Mobley has been compared to Giannis Antetokounmpo and Victor Wembanyama for his elite athleticism, uncanny hoops IQ and shot-blocking ability and 7-4 wingspan; a defensive juggernaut who has untapped offensive potential.
—Mirin Fader, New York Times, 19 Nov. 2025
During the colder months, spring dresses are an untapped resource and a great way to give your favorite jeans a break.
—Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 13 Nov. 2025
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“Untapped.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/untapped. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.
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untapped
adjective
un·tapped
ˌən-ˈtapt 
1
: not tapped
an untapped keg
2
: not drawn upon or used
as yet untapped markets
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