Unarmed (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(used of plants or animals) lacking barbs or stings or thorns.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The unarmed stems of the plant made it easy to handle and propagate.
- Some species of jellyfish are unarmed and do not have stinging tentacles.
- In the unarmed state, the insect is less threatening to its predators and can move about freely.
- The unarmed leaves of the succulent plant made it a popular choice for gardeners with small children.
- Many unarmed varieties of cacti have been developed for ornamental purposes and can be safely handled.
Antonyms
Meaning 2
(used of persons or the military) not having or using arms; "went alone and unarmed"; "unarmed peasants were shot down"; "unarmed vehicles".
Classification
All adjective clusters.