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Definition of unbranched

unbranched

/ˌʌnˈbræntʃt/
un · branched
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unbranched Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Having no branches, offshoots, or lateral divisions; growing or extending in a single, undivided line (especially of plant stems, roots, or anatomical structures).

Example

"The palm tree has a tall, unbranched trunk topped with a crown of feathery fronds."

2

Consisting of a continuous, straight chain of atoms without side chains (of a molecule or polymer in chemistry).

Example

"High-density polyethylene is composed primarily of unbranched polymer chains that pack closely together."

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• Nearby Words

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unbraid
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unbranded
unbreachable
unbreached

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Unbranched. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/unbranched
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