Definition

Not enclosed or separated by brackets.

Example

The unbracketed text was difficult to interpret without context.

Conversation

Did you see the notes I shared?

Yeah, but some of the points were unbracketed, which made it hard to follow.

I should have formatted them better, sorry about that.

No worries! Just try to keep everything clear next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbracketed → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bracket" (from Old French *braguette*, meaning to support or hold). The word "unbracketed" means not supported or held by brackets.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being applied to something that 'holds' or 'supports' ('bracket') — that's why unbracketed means something that is not held by brackets.

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