family-unfriendly
|fam-i-ly-un-friend-ly|
B2
/ˈfæmɪli ʌnˈfrɛndli/
not suitable for families
Etymology
Etymology Information
'family-unfriendly' originates from the combination of 'family' and 'unfriendly', where 'family' refers to a group of related individuals and 'unfriendly' means not friendly or hostile.
Historical Evolution
'family-unfriendly' is a modern English term that combines 'family' and 'unfriendly' to describe something not suitable for families.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not friendly to families', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not suitable or appropriate for families, especially those with children.
The movie was considered family-unfriendly due to its violent scenes.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 06:42