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unbent

adj · verb · 5 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

adj

Meaning 1

Not bent

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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2

adj

Meaning 2

Erect, upright, or straight

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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3

verb

Meaning 3

simple past and past participle of unbend

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: form-of, participle, past

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4

adjective satellite

Meaning 4

erect in posture

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • sit straight
  • stood defiantly with unbowed back

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: straight, unbowed

Antonyms: none provided

5

adjective satellite

Meaning 5

not bent

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • looking for an unbent nail
  • trees with straight unbent trunks make the best lumber

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History

Etymology

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