unstructured

adjective

un·​struc·​tured ˌən-ˈstrək-chərd How to pronounce unstructured (audio)
: lacking structure or organization: such as
a
: not formally organized in a set or conventional pattern
an unstructured question
feel insecure in an unstructured situation
b
: not having a system or hierarchy typical of an organized society

Examples of unstructured in a Sentence

Unstructured play time is important for children. Her life is very unstructured.
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Male Alzheimer’s caregivers group: The Men’s Breakfast Club is an informal and unstructured gathering of male caregivers. Joe Rassel, Orlando Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024 McKinsey research shows this personalized approach can boost conversion rates by 10 to 15%, a significant edge for small retailers. Making Inventory And Data Management Simpler Managing data, especially unstructured data, has always been a challenge for small businesses. Kristjan Vilosius, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024 Studies from the Human Animal Bond Research Institute found children in families with dogs have greater socio-emotional outcomes and more unstructured physical activity than those from non-dog households. Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024 The public clouds have addressed this problem and have provided a solution through object storage, where most of their unstructured data is kept. Manosiz Bhattacharyya, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unstructured 

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unstructured was in 1936

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“Unstructured.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unstructured. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

unstructured

adjective
un·​struc·​tured ˌən-ˈstrək-chərd How to pronounce unstructured (audio)
: lacking structure : not formally organized
unstructured psychological tests
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