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Definition of unprecipitated in English:

unprecipitated

adjective

  • 1Not precipitated; especially (Chemistry) not deposited as a solid product, remaining in solution.

  • 2Not (overly) rushed, hasty, or impetuous; unhurried, leisurely.

  • 3Having no immediate or apparent cause; unprompted, unprovoked.

Origin

Mid 17th century; earliest use found in Robert Boyle (1627–1691), natural philosopher.

Pronunciation

unprecipitated

/ˌʌnprɪˈsɪpɪteɪtɪd/