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untied

Untied (adj) means not tied; loosened or undone. Example: “He tripped over his untied shoelace.”

adj
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Not tied; loosened or undone.
"He tripped over his untied shoelace."

How to use untied

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In plain EnglishNot fastened — the knot has come loose or was never done up.

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Etymology

From untie + -ed.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “untied” mean?

The word “untied” means not tied; loosened or undone. In plain terms, not fastened — the knot has come loose or was never done up.

How do you use “untied” in a sentence?

Here is “untied” used in a sentence: “He tripped over his untied shoelace.”

What part of speech is “untied”?

“Untied” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of untied?

"untied" (adj) means not tied; loosened or undone.

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