Definition

Not started up or activated, especially in reference to a computer system, or not wearing protective footwear.

Example

The computer remained unbooted until the technician arrived to fix it.

Conversation

Are you really going to wear those shoes instead of boots in this weather?

Yeah, I just feel more comfortable being unbooted today.

I get that, but it might be a bit chilly later.

True, but I can always switch to boots if it gets too cold.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbooted → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "boot" (from Old English *bōt*, meaning remedy or help). The word "unbooted" means not having been provided with a remedy or help, often used in the context of a system that has not been started or initialized.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'remedy' or 'help' ('boot') — that's why unbooted means not having been started or initialized.

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