Unescorted: meaning, definitions and examples

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unescorted

 

[สŒnษชsหˆkษ”หtษชd ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

travel

Not accompanied by anyone, especially when traveling.

Synonyms

alone, unaccompanied, unguarded.

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Word Description / Examples
unescorted

Typically used in formal or security-related contexts to describe someone without a guide or guard.

  • The diplomat walked through the airport unescorted.
  • The prisoner was not allowed to move around the facility unescorted.
alone

Commonly used in everyday language to describe someone by themselves, often emphasizing either solitude or independence.

  • She enjoys spending her weekends alone with a good book.
  • He felt alone in the crowded room.
unguarded

Generally used in security or safety contexts to indicate someone or something without protection or surveillance, sometimes with a negative connotation related to vulnerability.

  • The entrance to the building was left unguarded.
  • He made an unguarded remark that he later regretted.
unaccompanied

Used in both formal and casual contexts to indicate someone or something without a companion or assistance, often neutral in tone.

  • The unaccompanied minor was guided by airline staff.
  • Unaccompanied luggage should not be left unattended.

Examples of usage

  • She felt unsafe walking unescorted at night.
  • The children were not allowed to travel unescorted.
  • I always prefer to travel with a companion rather than unescorted.
Context #2 | Adjective

military

Not accompanied by an armed guard or escort.

Synonyms

unguarded, unprotected.

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unescorted

Often used in a more specific context where someone is moving or traveling alone, potentially in situations perceived as risky or requiring a guide or protection.

  • He was not allowed to visit the area unescorted.
  • The VIP guests will never be unescorted.
unguarded

Typically used to describe someone or something that is not being watched or protected, which may imply vulnerability or lack of security.

  • The building was left unguarded overnight.
  • His unguarded expression revealed his true feelings.
unprotected

Refers to someone or something that is not safeguarded or shielded from harm or attack, often indicating exposure to potential danger.

  • The data was left unprotected on the server.
  • She felt unprotected walking in the dark alley.

Examples of usage

  • The prisoners were being transported unescorted.
  • The unescorted convoy was vulnerable to attacks from enemy aircraft.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'escorted,' which comes from the French word 'escorte,' meaning 'to escort.'
  • The term 'escort' originally referred to a group of people accompanying someone for protection or guidance.
  • Etymologically, becoming 'unescorted' reflects a shift from safety in numbers to independence.

Social Dynamics

  • Being unescorted in social situations can lead to feelings of independence but also vulnerability.
  • In some contexts, being unescorted might imply a status of being single or seeking companionship.
  • Certain cultures may view being unescorted as a potential risk, especially for individuals considered more vulnerable.

Safety and Security

  • In various public venues, individuals unescorted may be subjected to additional scrutiny for safety reasons.
  • Security protocols often dictate that vulnerable areas require individuals to be escorted, especially women or children.
  • The concept of being unescorted raises discussions about personal safety and empowerment in society.

Literature and Media

  • Unescorted characters often symbolize freedom and the challenges of facing the world alone in novels and films.
  • Themes of isolation and self-discovery frequently center around unescorted journeys in storytelling.
  • Classic literature often portrays heroism in characters who must journey unescorted to achieve their quests.

Cultural Perspectives

  • Historically, unescorted women faced social stigmas and safety concerns, influencing cultural norms.
  • Modern movements increasingly support women traveling unescorted as a statement of empowerment.
  • In many cultures, being unescorted is a personal choice, embodying independence and self-sufficiency.

Translations

Translations of the word "unescorted" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sem escolta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เค•เฅ‡เคฒเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช unbegleitet

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tanpa pengawalan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตะท ััƒะฟั€ะพะฒะพะดัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bez eskorty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ญท่ก›ใชใ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sans escorte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sin escolta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eskortsuz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ธ์œ„ ์—†์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฏูˆู† ู…ุฑุงูู‚ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bez doprovodu

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bez sprievodu

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ— ๆŠค้€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ brez spremstva

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกn fylgdar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัาฏะนะตะผะตะปัั–ะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒ–แƒ แƒฃแƒœแƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒงแƒแƒคแƒ˜แƒก แƒ’แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒจแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรผhafizษ™siz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sin escolta

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,916 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.