adj
undocumented
adj
1
Not recorded in official papers or written instructions.
"The software has several undocumented features that only power users know about."
2
Lacking the official papers required to legally live or work in a country.
"The charity offers legal advice to undocumented workers."
How to Use Undocumented
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMissing the official paperwork — either technical documentation or legal immigration status.
When to use it
"Undocumented" is the standard, neutral term used for immigrants without legal status; avoid older, more loaded terms.
Common pairings
undocumented immigrant
undocumented feature
undocumented worker
Word Forms
undocumenteds plural
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Etymology
From un- ("not") plus documented, the past participle of document.
Rhymes for undocumented
vented
dented
scented
talented
demented
invented
oriented
lamented
patented
cemented
fermented
contented
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