Definition for

unknown


Not known; not become an object of knowledge; not recognized, discovered, or found out.

Unknown in this sense is often used in the predicate, followed by to: as, a man unknown to fame; a fact unknown to the public. In this use it is also often used absolntely: as, unknown to me (elliptically for it being unknown to me), he made a new contract.

Not ascertained, with relation to extent, degree, quantity, or the like; hence, incalculable; inexpressible; immense.

Not to be made known, expressed, or communicated.

Not having had sexual commerce.

noun – One who or that which is unknown.

adjective – Not known; not apprehended.

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