Definition

Describing something that is not connected or linked by a bridge or similar structure.

Example

The unbridged section of the river made it difficult for the villagers to cross.

Conversation

I was looking at some old photos, and I noticed an unbridged area in the park.

Oh really? That spot always seemed a bit neglected to me.

Yeah, it feels like they should do something about that unbridged section.

Definitely! It could use a nice walkway or something to connect it better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unbridged → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "bridged" (from the root "bridge" which comes from Old English "brycg", meaning a structure built to span a physical obstacle). The word "unbridged" means not having a bridge or connection over an obstacle.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'bridge' ('brycg') to cross over something — that's why unbridged means there is no bridge.

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