unbarred

[ uhn-bahrd ]

adjective

1. not provided or fastened with a bar or bars:

   an unbarred door.

2. not marked with stripes or bands.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unbarred¹

First recorded in 1540–50; un- ¹ + barred

Example Sentences

Halting before one of the numerous doors, Rokor unbarred and opened it, then stepped aside that Tamar might enter.

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She slipped softly out of bed, and going to the window, unbarred the heavy shutters and looked out.

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The horses were harnessed, the gates unbarred, Phaëthon seized the reins, and away they flew!

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Somewhat reluctantly and slowly, Mr. Morton rose; and, proceeding to the passage, unbarred the door.

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With the first ray of light that struggled through the crevices in the shutters Oliver rose, and again unbarred the door.

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