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Definition of unliving

unliving

/ʌnˈlɪv.ɪŋ/
un · liv · ing

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1

Devoid of biological life; inanimate or dead.

Example

"The rover analyzed the unliving rocks and dust of the Martian surface for any trace of organic compounds."


2

In fantasy and horror fiction, no longer alive yet animated by supernatural forces; undead.

Example

"In the gothic novel, an army of unliving specters rose from the ancient crypts at midnight."

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