unbranded
Americanadjective
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not branded or marked to show ownership.
an unbranded calf.
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Commerce. carrying no brand or trademark of a manufacturer.
unbranded canned foods.
Etymology
Origin of unbranded
Example Sentences
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On platforms like Xiaohongshu, the trending aesthetic is “quiet quality” — marked by high-quality, unbranded goods that signal intelligence and savvy rather than raw purchasing power.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 27, 2026
Members of the public are being encouraged to donate both branded and unbranded uniform items, as well as new or gently‑used clothing.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2026
What’s Next: PayPal CEO Alex Chriss, who took the helm in 2023, is piloting a turnaround strategy that involves doing away with low-profit, unbranded businesses.
From Barron's • Oct. 29, 2025
The unbranded message of love overrules the original consumerist intention.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024
Some of the Diamond X cowboys had come upon an unbranded calf with its mother as they rode across the prairies.
From The Boy Ranchers or Solving the Mystery at Diamond X by Baker, Willard F.
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