unsoused

/ʌnˈsuːst/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or shed a covering, especially the bark of a tree

“The forester unsoused the young sapling to inspect its roots.”

2. verb

to remove the outer covering of something

“The mechanic unsoused the tire to repair the punctured inner tube.”

3. noun

something that has been unsoused

“The unsoused sapling is more susceptible to disease than its covered counterpart.”

Synonyms

  • denuded
  • unshrouded

Antonyms

  • covered
  • encased