unlabeled
Americanadjective
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not labeled; not bearing a label.
The unlabeled preserves at the back of the pantry were a bit of a surprise when we opened them.
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noting or relating to a person who does not name their gender or sexuality.
Unlabeled folks are an important part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Etymology
Origin of unlabeled
First recorded in 1760–70; un- 1 ( def. ) + label ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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“The petition cites that the mechanical door release is hidden, unlabeled, and not intuitive to locate during an emergency,” the ODI said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025
The investigation follows a November petition alleging the door release is “hidden, unlabeled, and not intuitive to locate during an emergency.”
From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025
Earlier this month, the manufacturer of Walmart’s Great Value Honey Roasted Cashews recalled the product due to unlabeled allergens after some tins were found to contain coconut and milk.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2024
Other unusual, unlabeled, or unknown wastes must be pre-approved by email by sending the chemical names, concentrations, and volumes to [email protected].
From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2023
They were unlabeled, but it wasn’t hard to guess that the top button would be for an entrance outside the Whispering Gallery, and the one below it—that would surely be the computer room.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
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