unregistered

adjective

un·​reg·​is·​tered ˌən-ˈre-jə-stərd How to pronounce unregistered (audio)
Synonyms of unregisterednext
: not registered: such as
a
: not having entered one's name on a voting list
unregistered voters
b
: unrecorded or not filed in the place provided by law
an unregistered motor vehicle
c
: not recorded with or certified by an appropriate breeders' association
unregistered cattle

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an unregistered car
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Inoperable vehicles that are disabled or missing an engine, windshield, tires, or other components critical to safe operation, and unregistered or stolen vehicles. — Julie Sharp, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Mastrocinque was charged with offensive behavior and possessing an unregistered, unauthorized pistol in a public place, the outlet stated. — Escher Walcott, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 Morrow was charged with discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building, disturbing the peace, carrying a firearm without a license, and unregistered motor vehicle. — Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 20 July 2026 Register what matters, and do it early; an unregistered mark is an invitation. — Charles Lew, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unregistered

Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unregistered was in 1603

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unregistered

adjective
un·​reg·​is·​tered
ˌən-ˈre-jə-stərd
: not registered
charged with operating an unregistered motor vehicle
see also unregistered security at security
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