Definition

Describing a container that has had its stopper taken out, allowing access to its contents.

Example

The bottle was unstoppered, and the sweet aroma of the wine filled the room.

Conversation

Did you remember to take the unstoppered bottle of wine to the picnic?

Oh no, I completely forgot about that!

We should have brought it; it would have been nice to enjoy it outside.

Definitely! An unstoppered bottle is perfect for sharing.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unstoppered → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "stopper" (from Old French *estopper*, meaning to close or seal). The word means not sealed or closed, indicating that something is open or unblocked.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'not' ('un-') 'sealed' ('stopper') — that's why unstoppered means it is open.

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