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unopened

Unopened (adjective) means Still closed or sealed; not yet opened. Example: “A stack of unopened mail sat on the counter for weeks.”

adjective
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Still closed or sealed; not yet opened.
"A stack of unopened mail sat on the counter for weeks."
"He kept the gift unopened until his birthday."

How to use unopened

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishStill sealed shut, never opened.

Common pairings
unopened letter unopened box leave unopened
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Etymology

From un- + opened.

Rhymes for unopened

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unopened” mean?

The word “unopened” means still closed or sealed; not yet opened. In plain terms, still sealed shut, never opened.

How do you use “unopened” in a sentence?

Here is “unopened” used in a sentence: “A stack of unopened mail sat on the counter for weeks.”

What part of speech is “unopened”?

“Unopened” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of unopened?

"unopened" (adjective) means still closed or sealed; not yet opened.

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