Unwrapped: meaning, definitions and examples

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unwrapped

 

[ ʌnˈræpt ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

removing cover

Unwrapped is the past tense of unwrap, meaning to remove the cover or packaging from something. It implies that the item was previously covered or enclosed, and has now been exposed.

Synonyms

exposed, removed, revealed

Examples of usage

  • She unwrapped the gift slowly, savoring the moment.
  • After the ceremony, he unwrapped the diploma with pride.
  • The child eagerly unwrapped the chocolate bar.
  • He unwrapped the bandage to check the injury.
Context #2 | Adjective

not packaged

Unwrapped can also be used as an adjective to describe something that is not covered or has been taken out of its packaging. This usage often pertains to food items or gifts.

Synonyms

bare, exposed, naked

Examples of usage

  • She prefers unwrapped candies for a healthier option.
  • The unwrapped items were scattered across the table.
  • He chose an unwrapped sandwich for lunch.
  • They served unwrapped pastries at the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "unwrapped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desembrulhado

🇮🇳 खुला हुआ

🇩🇪 entblättert

🇮🇩 dibongkar

🇺🇦 розпакований

🇵🇱 rozpakowany

🇯🇵 包装されていない

🇫🇷 déballé

🇪🇸 desenvuelto

🇹🇷 açılmış

🇰🇷 포장되지 않은

🇸🇦 غير مغلف

🇨🇿 rozbalený

🇸🇰 rozbalený

🇨🇳 未包装的

🇸🇮 razpakiran

🇮🇸 ópakkaður

🇰🇿 оралған

🇬🇪 გახსნილი

🇦🇿 açılmış

🇲🇽 desenvuelto

Etymology

The word 'unwrap' is formed by combining the prefix 'un-', which indicates a reversal or negation, with the verb 'wrap', which comes from the Old English 'wrappian', meaning 'to wrap up or bind'. The prefix 'un-' has Germanic roots, often used in English to denote the undoing of an action. This construction implies taking away the wrapping that was previously applied to an object. The use of 'unwrap' dates back to the early 19th century, when the process of packaging and wrapping items became more common in commerce. Over time, the term has been adopted into everyday language, particularly in contexts involving gifts, food, and products, signifying the act of revealing what's under the cover.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,017, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.