uncut

American  

[uhn-kuht] / ʌnˈkʌt /

adjective

1. not cut.

2. not shortened or condensed; unabridged.

   an uncut version of the play.

3. in the original form; neither reduced in size nor given shape, as a diamond.

4. not diluted or mixed with other substances.

   uncut heroin.

5. Bookbinding. untrimmed.

6. Slang. not circumcised.

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uncut British  

/ ʌnˈkʌt /

adjective

1. (of a book) not having the edges of its pages trimmed or slit

2. (of a gemstone) not cut and faceted

3. not abridged or shortened

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Etymology

Origin of uncut

First recorded in 1400–50, uncut is from the late Middle English word unkyt. See un- ¹, cut

Example Sentences

Likewise, “Adolescence,” the towering English autopsy of youth spent online, a harrowing drama masterminded by actor Stephen Graham and directed by Philip Barantini, who filmed his four episodes in four uncut takes.

From The Wall Street Journal

I marveled at the endless procession of uncut pasta sheets, flowing down and around the machinery, which seemed to be turning out tents rather than food.

From The Wall Street Journal

There’s a wide-angle shot of a nightclub where Condon gives her and a dozen background performers a full, uncut minute to twirl.

From Los Angeles Times

Many sport turbans, which are often brightly colored and tied to cover their uncut hair.

From Los Angeles Times

While “Gasoline Rainbow” is a heady slice of pure, uncut youthful energy, it is also a portrait of collectivism, caretaking and a celebration of mutual aid.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• uncensored