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unbranded

American  
[uhn-bran-did] / ʌnˈbræn dɪd /

adjective

  1. not branded or marked to show ownership.

    an unbranded calf.

  2. Commerce. carrying no brand or trademark of a manufacturer.

    unbranded canned foods.

Etymology

Origin of unbranded

First recorded in 1635–45; un- 1 + brand + -ed 2, -ed 3

Example Sentences

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On platforms like Xiaohongshu, the trending aesthetic is “quiet quality” — marked by high-quality, unbranded goods that signal intelligence and savvy rather than raw purchasing power.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026

Members of the public are being encouraged to donate both branded and unbranded uniform items, as well as new or gently‑used clothing.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026

What’s Next: PayPal CEO Alex Chriss, who took the helm in 2023, is piloting a turnaround strategy that involves doing away with low-profit, unbranded businesses.

From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025

The unbranded message of love overrules the original consumerist intention.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024

Then the unbranded calves would always follow their mothers, and the herdsmen could easily separate the young stock, as well as that already branded, from those belonging on other ranches.

From Frances of the Ranges The Old Ranchman's Treasure by Marlowe, Amy Bell

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