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单词 unclinched
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Definition of unclinched in English:

unclinched

adjective (ˌ)ʌnˈklɪn(t)ʃt(ˌ)ʌŋˈklɪn(t)ʃt
  • Not tightly closed or secured; (of a nail, bolt, etc.) that has not had the point bent over or flattened to secure it. Also of an argument, deal, etc.: not settled conclusively; not confirmed.

Origin

Late 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Ellwood (1639–1713), religious controversialist. From un- + clinched.

 
 

Definition of unclinched in US English:

unclinched

adjective
  • Not tightly closed or secured; (of a nail, bolt, etc.) that has not had the point bent over or flattened to secure it. Also of an argument, deal, etc.: not settled conclusively; not confirmed.

Origin

Late 17th century; earliest use found in Thomas Ellwood (1639–1713), religious controversialist. From un- + clinched.

 
 
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