Unshorn: meaning, definitions and examples
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unshorn
[ ʌnˈʃɔrn ]
condition of hair
The term 'unshorn' refers to hair or fur that has not been cut or trimmed. It is often used to describe a person or animal that has long, unkempt hair. This can signify a lack of grooming or a natural state of being, which some may embrace for aesthetic or cultural reasons. In history, unshorn hair has been associated with certain groups or philosophies, symbolizing freedom or rebellion against societal norms.
Synonyms
messy, ragged, unkempt, untamed.
Examples of usage
- The unshorn beard gave him a rugged appearance.
- She preferred her unshorn locks to any hairstyle.
- The unshorn mane of the horse flowed in the wind.
- He walked through the festival with his unshorn hair proudly displayed.
Translations
Translations of the word "unshorn" in other languages:
🇵🇹 não tosquiado
🇮🇳 अविकसित
🇩🇪 nicht geschoren
🇮🇩 tidak dicukur
🇺🇦 некошений
🇵🇱 nieogolony
🇯🇵 未剪定の
🇫🇷 non rasé
🇪🇸 sin afeitar
🇹🇷 tıraş edilmemiş
🇰🇷 깎이지 않은
🇸🇦 غير محلوق
🇨🇿 neoholený
🇸🇰 neoholený
🇨🇳 未剃的
🇸🇮 neobrit
🇮🇸 óklipptur
🇰🇿 шашы алынбаған
🇬🇪 არაშლილი
🇦🇿 təmizlənməmiş
🇲🇽 sin afeitar
Etymology
The word 'unshorn' is derived from the Old English prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the past participle 'shorn,' which comes from 'shave.' The root of 'shorn' can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word '*skafan,' which also relates to cutting or shaving hair. This concept has been present in various cultures throughout history, where hair has held significant symbolic meaning. In some ancient societies, not cutting one’s hair was associated with mourning or religious devotion. Over time, 'unshorn' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, often reflecting personal choice regarding grooming and appearance.