unseen

adjective

un·​seen ˌən-ˈsēn How to pronounce unseen (audio)
1
: not seen or perceived
2
: sight sense 1
an unseen translation

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Among the book’s highlights are rare and previously unseen photos; memorabilia such as ticket stubs, show posters and Elektra Records publicity material; and a complete discography and tour history. David Chiu, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025 In The Swedish Countryside Sight unseen: For 40 weeks a year, the small Swedish town of Strängnäs plays home to the filming of international versions of Love is Blind. Max Goldbart, Deadline, 30 May 2025 The eyes provide a glimpse into the brain—an otherwise unseen part of the body. Elizabeth Yuko, Flow Space, 27 May 2025 These unseen war wounds can make life after service like an even tougher battle. Ken Fisher, Boston Herald, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for unseen

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of unseen was in the 13th century

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“Unseen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unseen. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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unseen

adjective
un·​seen ˌən-ˈsēn How to pronounce unseen (audio)
ˈən-
: not seen : invisible

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