pest-free
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B2
/pɛst friː/
without pests
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pest-free' originates from the combination of 'pest' and 'free', where 'pest' refers to an unwanted organism and 'free' means without or lacking.
Historical Evolution
'pest' comes from the Latin word 'pestis', meaning 'plague', and 'free' comes from the Old English 'frēo', meaning 'not in bondage'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'pest-free' meant 'without pests', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
free from pests; not infested or affected by pests.
The garden is pest-free thanks to the new organic treatments.
Synonyms
Antonyms
infestedpest-ridden
Last updated: 2025/05/03 05:46