Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unswallowed

Adjective
/ʌnˈswɒl.oʊd/
Definition
Not swallowed; something that remains in the mouth or throat without being ingested.
Examples
  • The drink sat unswallowed in her mouth as she hesitated to answer.
  • His words hung unswallowed in the air, creating a moment of tension.
Meaning
The term ‘unswallowed’ refers to food, liquid, or any substance that has been held in the mouth or throat but has not yet been swallowed, often implying that it may be either uncomfortable or unintentional.
Synonyms
  • Uningested
  • Unconsumed
  • Retained