antenna-free
|an-ten-na-free|
B2
/ænˈtɛnə friː/
without an antenna
Etymology
Etymology Information
'antenna-free' originates from the combination of 'antenna,' which refers to a device for receiving or transmitting signals, and 'free,' meaning without or not requiring.
Historical Evolution
'Antenna' comes from the Latin word 'antenna,' meaning 'sail yard,' and 'free' from Old English 'freo,' meaning 'not in bondage.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'antenna-free' meant 'without a physical antenna,' but it has evolved to imply 'not requiring an antenna for operation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
without an antenna; not requiring an antenna for operation.
The new model of the radio is antenna-free, making it more portable.
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Last updated: 2025/04/26 18:18