Uncut

ʌnˈkʌt

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Definitions

2 meanings
1

Not having been cut, trimmed, or altered in any way.

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General

Not having been cut or trimmed

The artist preferred to use uncut gemstones in their jewelry.

💡 Simply: Imagine a piece of wood that hasn't been sawed or a movie that hasn't been edited. That's uncut! It's like something in its original, complete form. For instance, an 'uncut' diamond is a natural, rough stone.

👶 For kids: If something is uncut, it means it hasn't been changed or cut at all. Like a long piece of ribbon that's still rolled up and hasn't been snipped!

More Examples

2

The uncut footage provided a more complete picture of the event.

3

She preferred the uncut version of the movie, even though it was longer.

How It's Used

General

"The uncut diamond sparkled under the jeweler's light."

Film

"The director preferred the uncut version of the film."

2

Not having undergone circumcision.

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Medical

Not having been sexually circumcised

The medical records specified the patient's uncut status.

💡 Simply: In some contexts, 'uncut' refers to a specific body state, without a medical procedure.

👶 For kids: This one is a bit grown-up, so we'll skip it for now.

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2

Cultural traditions may influence whether an individual is uncut.

How It's Used

Medical

"The term 'uncut' may be used in medical contexts when referring to an individual's genital status."

Tip:Relates to a specific physical condition.

Synonyms & Antonyms

From Old English *uncut*, from the prefix *un-* (not) + *cut* (past participle of *cut*).

The word 'uncut' has been used since the Old English period and has maintained its core meaning of not being cut or altered.

Memory tip

Think of a raw diamond before it's shaped.

Word Origin

LanguageOld English
Original meaning

"not cut"

uncut diamonduncut versionuncut gem

Common misspellings

uncuttun cut

Usage

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