adj, verb ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   To make not set. transitive

   "to unset a single bit in a binary pattern"

Adjective

1. 1
   Not set; not fixed or appointed. not-comparable
2. 2
   Not mounted or placed in a setting. not-comparable
3. 3
   Not set (broken bone) not-comparable
4. 4
   Not planted. not-comparable

   "And many maiden gardens, yet unset With virtuous wish would bear your living flowers"

5. 5
   uncongealed, unconsolidated (concrete, cement) not-comparable

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Example

More examples

"And many maiden gardens, yet unset With virtuous wish would bear your living flowers"

Etymology

From un- + set.

Related phrases

unset the table

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