Unclosed — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective verb /ˌən-ˈklōzd/ un·closed

Meaning & Definition of Unclosed

Unclosed (adjective)

  1. not closed or settled, not concluded

Unclosed (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. allowing passage without obstruction

    "escaped through the one remaining unclosed passageway"

    similar: clear, cleared, free, open, unclogged, unobstructed, unstopped
    related: enterable, navigable, passable, emptied, empty, unoccupied, vacant, exposed, revealed, gaping, wide, yawning, unbarred, unbolted, unclasped, unfastened, unlatched, unlocked, unsealed, unbuttoned, unclenched, unfolded, unfurled, unzipped
    opposite: blocked, clogged, closed, jammed, obstructed, plugged, shut, stopped, stuffed, uncleared
    near: impassable, constricted, cramped, encumbered, hampered, hindered, impeded, interfered (with), trammeled, barricaded, blockaded, dammed, gated

Unclosed (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to change from a closed to an open position

    "one nurse closed the window in my room, and a minute later another nurse unclosed it"

    similar: opened
    related: unbarred, unbolted, unclasped, unfastened, unlatched, unlocked, unbuttoned, unclenched, unfolded, unfurled, unzipped, disengaged, released, slipped
    opposite: closed, shut
    near: barred, bolted, clasped, fastened, latched, locked, buttoned (up), zipped (up)

Related Entry: Unclose (verb)

Unclose is a different word from Unclosed. The synonyms below are for unclose, not for unclosed.

  1. to change from a closed to an open position

    "one nurse closed the window in my room, and a minute later another nurse unclosed it"

    similar: open
    related: unbar, unbolt, unclasp, unfasten, unlatch, unlock, unbutton, unclench, unfold, unfurl, unzip, disengage, release, slip
    opposite: close, shut
    near: bar, bolt, clasp, fasten, latch, lock, button (up), zip (up)

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unclosed

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unclosed:

clear, cleared, free, open, unclogged, unobstructed, unstopped, opened

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unclosed

Words with the opposite meaning of Unclosed:

blocked, clogged, closed, jammed, obstructed, plugged, shut, stopped, stuffed, uncleared

Related Words for Unclosed

enterable, navigable, passable, emptied, empty, unoccupied, vacant, exposed, revealed, gaping, wide, yawning, unbarred, unbolted, unclasped, unfastened, unlatched, unlocked, unsealed, unbuttoned, unclenched, unfolded, unfurled, unzipped, disengaged, released, slipped

Near Antonyms of Unclosed

impassable, constricted, cramped, encumbered, hampered, hindered, impeded, interfered (with), trammeled, barricaded, blockaded, dammed, gated, barred, bolted, clasped, fastened, latched, locked, buttoned (up), zipped (up)

Origin & Etymology of Unclosed

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Unclosed

What does "Unclosed" mean?

"Unclosed" means not closed or settled, not concluded. As an an adjective and a verb, it is defined as: not closed or settled, not concluded. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Unclosed"?

Other words for "Unclosed" include clear, cleared, free, open, unclogged, unobstructed, unstopped and opened. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unclosed" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unclosed"?

There are 35 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unclosed". Common alternatives include clear, cleared, free, open, unclogged, unobstructed, unstopped and opened.

What is the opposite of "Unclosed"?

Antonyms of "Unclosed" include blocked, clogged, closed, jammed, obstructed, plugged, shut and stopped. Near antonyms include impassable, constricted, cramped and encumbered.

How do you use "Unclosed" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unclosed" in a sentence: "escaped through the one remaining unclosed passageway"; "one nurse closed the window in my room, and a minute later another nurse unclosed it".

Is "Unclosed" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unclosed" can be used as an adjective and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Unclosed"?

"Unclosed" is pronounced /ˌən-ˈklōzd/ and divided into syllables as un·closed.

What is the origin of the word "Unclosed"?

First known use: 15th century.