uninsured

adjective

un·​in·​sured ˌən-in-ˈshu̇rd How to pronounce uninsured (audio)
-ˈshərd
: lacking insurance : not insured
uninsured losses/expenses
… millions of US residents remain uninsured …—Timothy Stoltzfus Jost

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For children, the CDC’s Vaccines for Children program provides vaccines at no cost to eligible children, including those who are uninsured or Medicaid-eligible. — Ava Tsapatsaris, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026 Residents who have insurance need to file a claim before applying to FEMA, which covers only uninsured or underinsured losses. — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 As a result, many drivers opt for uninsured motorist coverage for additional financial protection, which can increase insurance costs. — Mckynzie Steward, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Latinos experience one of the highest uninsured rates among all ethnic groups. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for uninsured

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of uninsured was in 1799

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“Uninsured.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/uninsured. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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