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unmarked
01
lacking visible signs or distinctive features
Examples
The unmarked trail led deeper into the forest, away from the main paths.
The unmarked package arrived on the doorstep without any labels or postage.
02
not noticed or observed, often implying something that goes without acknowledgment
Examples
His achievements went unmarked by the public, despite their significance.
The anniversary of their friendship passed unmarked, as neither remembered.
03
(of a word or form) lacking any specific feature or distinction, such as formality or gender
Examples
The word " teacher " is unmarked, as it can refer to both male and female educators.
" Cat " is unmarked, as it does n't specify gender, unlike " tomcat " or " queen " ( marked for gender ).
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