un-backed

un·backed

[uhn-bakt]
adjective
1.
without backing or support.
2.
not supported by bets: an unbacked challenger.
3.
not endorsed: an unbacked product.
4.
never having been mounted by a rider, as a horse.

Origin:
1585–95; un-1 + backed

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unbacked (ʌnˈbækt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  (of a book, chair, etc) not having a back
2.  bereft of support, esp on a financial basis
3.  of a horse
 a.  not supported by bets
 b.  never having been ridden

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