+**Unwed** describes an individual not bound by legal [Marriage](/wiki/marriage). Historically, this status often carried significant social implications, particularly for [Women](/wiki/woman) and their children. Perceptions have evolved, yet the term marks a specific legal and social standing.
+## See also
+- [Family](/wiki/family)
+- [Parenthood](/wiki/parenthood)
+- [Social Norms](/wiki/social_norms)
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