“+ adjective
Etymology: un- (I) + encumbered, past participle of encumber
1. : free of encumbrance : unburdened , unhampered
a lucid, unencumbered book, sparing of footnotes
planning to live an unencumbered life
specifically : free from a temporary estate or interest (as a mortgage, lien, or dower right)
pass it on to their heirs … intact and unencumbered — H.P.Becker
2. : having no dependents (as spouse or children)
reliable, unencumbered woman … would like position as housekeeper — Vancouver (Canada) Sun