Definition

Not wearing a glove; having bare hands.

Example

He worked ungloved to feel the texture of the material better.

Conversation

I can't believe you went outside ungloved in this weather!

I know, right? It was a bit cold for that.

You should really wear gloves next time to keep warm.

Definitely! I learned my lesson the hard way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ungloved → It is formed from the prefix 'un-' (meaning not) and the root 'glove' (from Old English 'glof', meaning a covering for the hand). The word 'ungloved' means not wearing a glove or lacking a glove.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') wearing a 'covering for the hand' ('glove') — that's why ungloved means without a glove.

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