child-free
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B2
/ˈtʃaɪldˌfriː/
without children
Etymology
Etymology Information
'child-free' originates from English, combining 'child' meaning 'offspring' and 'free' meaning 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'child-free' evolved from the concept of being 'free from children' to a more specific lifestyle choice term.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without children', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'choosing not to have children'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
choosing not to have children.
Many couples are choosing to be child-free for various reasons.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 07:05