resin-free
|res-in-free|
B2
/ˈrɛzɪn friː/
without resin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'resin-free' originates from the combination of 'resin,' which comes from Latin 'resina,' meaning 'gum or sap,' and 'free,' from Old English 'frēo,' meaning 'not in bondage.'
Historical Evolution
'resina' transformed into the Old French 'resine,' and eventually became the modern English word 'resin.' 'Frēo' evolved into the modern English 'free.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'resin' referred to natural plant exudates, and 'free' meant 'not bound.' Together, they evolved to mean 'without resin.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not containing or involving resin.
The paint is resin-free, making it suitable for allergy sufferers.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 08:50