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unmoored

/ˌʌnˈmɔrd/ adjective · British & US
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What does unmoored mean?

adjective

Not securely fastened or anchored; not firmly fixed or attached. Lacking a clear or coherent direction or purpose.

Example

"The artist's unmoored style made it difficult to categorize her work."

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