Unprocessed: meaning, definitions and examples

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unprocessed

 

[ ʌnˈprɒsɛst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

food

Not having undergone any process, such as cooking, preserving, or refining.

Synonyms

natural, raw, unrefined.

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Word Description / Examples
unprocessed

Used to describe something that has not been altered from its original state, often applied to food or materials.

  • She prefers to buy unprocessed vegetables from the farmer's market.
  • The company sells unprocessed grains that retain their nutritional value.
raw

Used to describe food or other items in their natural state, not cooked or processed. Can also refer to emotions or data that are unfiltered and unprocessed.

  • He ate the fish raw, straight from the ocean.
  • The report provided raw data that had not yet been analyzed.
natural

Used to describe something that comes from nature and has not been created or significantly altered by humans. Can refer to foods, materials, or phenomena.

  • She only uses natural ingredients in her recipes.
  • They opted for natural fabric for their clothing line.
unrefined

Used to describe something that has not been processed to remove impurities or enhance its quality. Often refers to sugar, oil, or other materials.

  • She prefers unrefined sugar because it contains more minerals.
  • The worker complained about the unrefined crude oil spill.

Examples of usage

  • I prefer unprocessed foods because they are more nutritious.
  • The unprocessed honey tasted much better than the processed one.
  • Her diet mainly consists of unprocessed fruits and vegetables.
  • Many people are switching to unprocessed foods for a healthier lifestyle.
  • The unprocessed grains are healthier than the refined ones.
Context #2 | Adjective

data

Not having been altered or manipulated in any way.

Synonyms

raw, unaltered, untouched.

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unprocessed

Typically used for food or materials that have not been treated, refined, or prepared. Commonly seen in contexts related to health, nutrition, and industry.

  • She prefers unprocessed foods for a healthier diet.
  • The factory deals with unprocessed metals before manufacturing.
raw

Commonly used for materials, data, or emotions that are in their natural or original state. This word can be used in a variety of contexts including cooking, emotions, and data analysis.

  • The chef uses raw ingredients to prepare the dishes.
  • His raw emotions were evident in his voice.
  • The scientists collected raw data for their experiment.
unaltered

Used to describe something that has remained in its original state without any changes or modifications. It is often used in contexts such as legal documents, natural landscapes, or historical artifacts.

  • The original manuscript was left unaltered by the editors.
  • The landscape has remained unaltered for centuries.
  • He presented the unaltered version of the agreement.
untouched

Describes something that has not been tampered with, used, or affected by external influences. It is used in contexts involving natural beauty, preservation, or sentimental items.

  • The natural beauty of the forest remains untouched by human activity.
  • The dessert sat untouched on the table.
  • Her childhood room was left untouched as a memento.

Examples of usage

  • The data is presented in its unprocessed form for analysis.
  • It is crucial to work with unprocessed data to avoid biases.
  • The unprocessed information provides a clear picture of the situation.
  • Researchers prefer unprocessed data to ensure accuracy.
  • The unprocessed data revealed unexpected patterns.

Translations

Translations of the word "unprocessed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não processado

🇮🇳 अप्रक्रियाकृत

🇩🇪 unverarbeitet

🇮🇩 belum diproses

🇺🇦 необроблений

🇵🇱 nieprzetworzony

🇯🇵 未加工 (みかこう)

🇫🇷 non traité

🇪🇸 sin procesar

🇹🇷 işlenmemiş

🇰🇷 가공되지 않은 (gagongdoeji aneun)

🇸🇦 غير معالج

🇨🇿 nezpracovaný

🇸🇰 nespracovaný

🇨🇳 未处理 (wèi chǔlǐ)

🇸🇮 neobdelan

🇮🇸 óunnið

🇰🇿 өңделмеген

🇬🇪 დაუმუშავებელი

🇦🇿 emal olunmamış

🇲🇽 sin procesar

Etymology

The word 'unprocessed' originated from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of' and the word 'processed' which comes from the verb 'process'. The concept of 'unprocessed' has gained popularity in recent years, especially in relation to food and data, due to a growing emphasis on natural, unaltered products and information. The shift towards unprocessed items is often associated with health benefits and authenticity.

See also: bioprocessing, preprocessor, process, processable, processed, processes, processing, procession, processional, processor, reprocess, reprocessing.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,623, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.