What is the meaning of unlettered?

adjective

  • Having little acquaintance with writing.
    • usage: "special tutorials to assist the unlettered sector of society"
  • Uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication.
    • usage: "an ignorant man"; "nescient of contemporary literature"; "an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues"; "exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions"
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