Definition

Describing something that has not been treated with a spray, often referring to plants or surfaces that have not been coated with a liquid substance.

Example

The unsprayed flowers in the garden attracted more bees than the treated ones.

Conversation

Did you notice the garden looks so vibrant this year?

Yeah, I think it's because they used unsprayed seeds.

That makes sense! Organic gardening seems to really pay off.

Absolutely, and it's better for the environment too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsprayed → It is formed from the prefix "un-" (meaning not) and the root "spray" (from Middle English *sprayen*, meaning to scatter or disperse). The word "unsprayed" means not having been scattered or dispersed, particularly in reference to substances like pesticides or water.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having been 'scattered' ('spray') — that's why unsprayed means something that hasn't been scattered.

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