Definition

Describing something that does not have a crew or operator on board, such as a vehicle or spacecraft.

Example

The unmanned drone flew over the landscape, capturing stunning images.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new unmanned drone they launched for research?

Yeah, it's pretty cool! I wonder how it collects data without a pilot.

I think unmanned vehicles are the future of exploration.

Definitely! They can go to places humans can't easily reach.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unmanned → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "man" (from Old English "mann", meaning human or person) and "-ed" (a suffix indicating a past action or state). The word "unmanned" means not having a human operator or being without a person.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'human' ('man') present — that's why 'unmanned' means without a person.

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