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unsigned

Unsigned (adj) means not carrying a signature; unendorsed. Example: “The letter arrived unsigned, so nobody knew who had sent it.”

adj
1
Not carrying a signature; unendorsed.
"The letter arrived unsigned, so nobody knew who had sent it."
2
Not contracted to a record label, sports club, or similar organisation.
"The band spent years playing small venues while unsigned."
3
In computing, storing only zero or positive values (no minus sign).
"The counter uses an unsigned integer, so it can never go below zero."

How to use unsigned

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishWithout a signature, or (in music/sport) without a contract, or (in coding) unable to be negative.

Common mistake

In everyday writing this means 'no signature'; in tech contexts it refers to a number type, not paperwork.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unsigned” mean?

The word “unsigned” means not carrying a signature; unendorsed. In plain terms, without a signature, or (in music/sport) without a contract, or (in coding) unable to be negative.

How do you use “unsigned” in a sentence?

Here is “unsigned” used in a sentence: “The letter arrived unsigned, so nobody knew who had sent it.”

What is the opposite of “unsigned”?

The opposite of “unsigned” — its antonyms — is signed.

What part of speech is “unsigned”?

“Unsigned” is an adjective.

Is “unsigned” a common word?

“Unsigned” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “unsigned” have?

“Unsigned” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: not carrying a signature; unendorsed.

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