adj Uncommon

unearthed

uhn-URTHT

Unearthed (adj) means not connected to an electrical earth (ground) wire. Example: “The old wiring was unearthed and dangerous.”

adj

Not connected to an electrical earth (ground) wire.

"The old wiring was unearthed and dangerous."

How to use unearthed

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA UK electrical term for wiring or an appliance without a proper ground connection.

UK vs US

This electrical sense uses British terminology ("earth"); American English would say "ungrounded."

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Etymology

From un- ("not") plus earthed, the past participle of earth (in the electrical sense).

Frequently asked questions

What does “unearthed” mean?

The word “unearthed” means not connected to an electrical earth (ground) wire. In plain terms, a UK electrical term for wiring or an appliance without a proper ground connection.

How do you pronounce “unearthed”?

“Unearthed” is pronounced uhn-URTHT (/ʌnˈɜː(ɹ)θt/ in IPA).

How do you use “unearthed” in a sentence?

Here is “unearthed” used in a sentence: “The old wiring was unearthed and dangerous.”

What part of speech is “unearthed”?

“Unearthed” is an adjective.

Is “unearthed” a common word?

“Unearthed” is an uncommon word in modern English.