# unmarked

/ənˈmɑɹkt/ (US) · /ʌnmˈɑːkt/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/unmarked
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

having no visible signs, labels, or decorations. You use this to describe something that is plain or does not show any clear information.

For teachers: lacking identifying marks, labels, or distinguishing features. In linguistics, refers to a standard form that is not modified by extra sounds or endings.

## Examples

- The police drove an unmarked car to stay hidden.
- The delivery arrived in an unmarked box, so we had no idea what was inside until we opened it.
- In many languages, the singular form of a noun is unmarked, while the plural requires an additional suffix to indicate the change in number.

## Usage notes

- Often used to describe vehicles, graves, or packages that lack identification.

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