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unpreserved

/ˌʌnprɪˈzɜːrvd/
un · pre · served

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unpreserved Lexical Profile

unpreserved Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Not treated with chemicals, curing agents, or other processes to prevent decay or spoilage.

Example

"Because the eye drops are completely unpreserved, the single-use vials must be discarded immediately after opening."


2

Not maintained, protected, or kept safe from harm, loss, or destruction over time.

Example

"Many early silent films remain unpreserved and are at risk of being lost forever as their nitrate reels deteriorate."

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