Unhatched
(adjective)
Not yet emerged from an egg.
Origin:
The word "unhatched" is formed from the word "un" and "hatched" which means not yet emerged from an egg.
Examples:
- The unhatched eggs were carefully collected and placed in an incubator.
- He observed the unhatched chicks in their nest.
- She checked on the unhatched eggs every day.
- The unhatched ducklings were too small to survive on their own.
- The unhatched eggs were carefully turned to ensure proper development.