adjective
Uncommon
uncut
uhn-KUHT
Uncut (adjective) means not cut, trimmed, or shaped. Example: “The diamond was still uncut when the miner found it.”
adjective
1
Not cut, trimmed, or shaped.
"The diamond was still uncut when the miner found it."
2
Of a film, show, or book: shown or published in full, without edits made for censorship or length.
"The uncut version of the movie restores twenty minutes of footage."
3
Not weakened by mixing with something else.
"The bartender served the whiskey uncut, straight from the bottle."
How to use uncut
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLeft whole or untouched — nothing removed, trimmed, or diluted.
Common pairings
uncut version
uncut gem
uncut footage
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Etymology
From Middle English uncutte, from un- + cut.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “uncut” mean?
The word “uncut” means not cut, trimmed, or shaped. In plain terms, left whole or untouched — nothing removed, trimmed, or diluted.
How do you pronounce “uncut”?
“Uncut” is pronounced uhn-KUHT (/ʌnˈkʌt/ in IPA).
How do you use “uncut” in a sentence?
Here is “uncut” used in a sentence: “The diamond was still uncut when the miner found it.”
What part of speech is “uncut”?
“Uncut” is an adjective.
Where does the word “uncut” come from?
The word “uncut” comes from Middle English. From Middle English uncutte, from un- + cut.
Is “uncut” a common word?
“Uncut” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “uncut” have?
“Uncut” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not cut, trimmed, or shaped.
