un·fa·mil·iar

[uhn-fuh-mil-yer]
adjective
1.
not familiar; not acquainted with or conversant about: to be unfamiliar with a subject.
2.
different; unaccustomed; unusual; strange: an unfamiliar treat.

Origin:
1585–95; un-1 + familiar

un·fa·mil·i·ar·i·ty [uhn-fuh-mil-ee-ar-i-tee] , noun
un·fa·mil·iar·ly, adverb


2. curious, novel, new.
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unfamiliar (ˌʌnfəˈmɪljə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj (foll by with)
1.  not known or experienced; strange
2.  not familiar
 
unfamiliarity
 
n
 
unfa'miliarly
 
adv

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Unfamiliar is always a great word to know.
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Word Origin & History

unfamiliar
1594, from un- (1) "not" + familiar.
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Example sentences
The moving photo collage was a strange sight, yet not unfamiliar.
With courage and sensitivity she offers a rare insight into unfamiliar cultures
  and societies.
First, never click on links to unfamiliar websites-especially those that
  promise unbelievable deals.
The impulse is admirable, but some guidance is needed before you enter such
  unfamiliar territory.
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