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unclothed

/ʌnˈklouðd/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.adjective

Not wearing any clothes; naked or bare.

Example Sentences:
  • He stood unclothed before stepping into the warm shower.
  • The ancient sculpture depicted an unclothed figure of a Greek athlete.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' (expressing negation or reversal) combined with 'clothed', the past participle of 'clothe', which traces back to Old English 'clāðian', meaning to provide with garments.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of the opposite of wearing clothes: 'un-' (not) + 'clothed' (dressed).

Frequently Asked Questions About “unclothed

1. What is the meaning of “unclothed” in English?

In English, unclothed (adjective) is defined as: “Not wearing any clothes; naked or bare.”.

2. How do you use “unclothed” in a sentence?

He stood unclothed before stepping into the warm shower.

3. What are English synonyms of “unclothed”?

Common synonyms include:naked,bare,undressed,nude,strip

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “unclothed”?

Derived from the prefix 'un-' (expressing negation or reversal) combined with 'clothed', the past participle of 'clothe', which traces back to Old English 'clāðian', meaning to provide with garments.