Meaning & Definition of word "Unpublished"

Unpublished

/ˌʌnˈpʌb.lɪʃt/

1. Not published; not made available to the public in printed or electronic form.
- Example: The author's unpublished manuscript remains in her desk drawer.
2. Referring to work, research, or findings that have not been formally released or distributed.
- Example: His unpublished research could significantly impact the field of genetics.
3. Describing artwork or creative works that have not yet been exhibited or distributed.
- Example: The gallery is considering featuring her unpublished pieces in the next exhibit.
4. Concerning documents or content that have not been officially released or printed.
- Example: The unpublished letters provide insight into the author's personal life.

From un- meaning 'not' + published, past participle of publish.

unpublished manuscript:

A draft of a written work that has not been published.

unpublished works:

Creative or academic works that have not been made publicly available.

unpublished data:

Research data that has not been shared or published.

publish:

To prepare and issue a book, journal, or other work for public distribution.

publication:

The process of making content publicly available.

publisher:

A person or company that prepares and issues books, journals, or other works.

Meaning: In the works

Example Sentence: That project is still 'in the works', meaning it's unpublished.

Meaning: Under wraps

Example Sentence: The unpublished article has been kept 'under wraps' until the final edits are done.