environmentally-friendly
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/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəli ˈfrɛndli/
eco-conscious
Etymology
'environmentally-friendly' originates from the combination of 'environment' and 'friendly', where 'environment' refers to the natural world and 'friendly' means 'not harmful'.
The term 'environmentally-friendly' evolved from the growing awareness of environmental issues in the late 20th century, emphasizing products and practices that do not harm the environment.
Initially, it meant 'not harmful to the environment', and this meaning has remained consistent as environmental awareness has grown.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
causing little or no harm to the environment.
The company is committed to producing environmentally-friendly products.
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Last updated: 2025/03/13 22:54