free
free
fri:
fri
British pronunciation
/friː/

Definition & Meaning of "free"in English

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Free Wi-Fi is available in this café.
02

released from restriction

absolute

free definition and meaning
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The rescued animals were set free in their natural habitat.
2.1

able to move without restriction

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She finally pulled her hair free from the tangled brush.
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(of a person) not controlled or owned by someone else

free definition and meaning
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He was born free, with no one owning him.
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having no particular plans or tasks

free definition and meaning
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She enjoyed a free afternoon, allowing her to relax and read a book in the park.
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not chemically bound and existing independently or unbound in a system

unbound

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The free electrons in the conductor move to create an electric current.
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not occupied or in use, and therefore available for someone to use

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To schedule a meeting, check if the conference room is free at the desired time.
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capturing the general meaning or essence of the original text without being word-for-word

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The book was a free translation, focusing on the message rather than the exact words.
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devoid of something

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The house was free of smoke after the fire was put out.
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relieved from or lacking something unpleasant or burdensome

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After the surgery, he was free from pain.
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generous or willing to give without hesitation or restraint

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She was known for being free with her time, always helping others.
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allowed or able to take a specific action without restriction

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You are free to ask questions during the session.
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not subject to control, restriction, or oppression by authority or law

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They fought for a free society where every individual could live without fear of oppression.
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willing to express opinions, often in a direct or unreserved manner

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He is free in his criticism, never shying away from pointing out flaws.
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acting with a lack of proper social restraint

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His free manner made others uncomfortable, as he spoke to strangers without hesitation.
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(of a person) having time available

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Are you free this evening to go to the movies?
to free
01

to release someone from captivity or arrest

Transitive: to free sb
to free definition and meaning
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The police decided to free the suspect due to a lack of evidence.
02

to release someone or something from being held back, trapped, or tied down

unbind

Transitive: to free sb/sth
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He freed the bird from the net it was caught in.
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to make someone or something available to do something they couldn't do before

Transitive: to free sb | to free oneself
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By finishing her project early, she freed herself to help with the new assignment.
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to clear away obstacles or blockages to make a way or space open

clear

Transitive: to free a pathway
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He worked quickly to free the path across the cluttered floor.
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to release from responsibilities or commitments

Transitive: to free sb from a responsibility or commitment
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The new policy aims to free employees from unnecessary paperwork, allowing them to focus on creative tasks.
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to take away something unpleasant or limiting from someone

Transitive: to free sb of something unpleasant | to free sb from something unpleasant
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The therapy freed him of his anxiety, allowing him to live more peacefully.
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to make resources or assets available for use or access

Transitive: to free a resource or asset
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He decided to free his savings to pay for the repairs.
free
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without being controlled or restricted

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She danced free, enjoying the moment.
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without requiring payment

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The samples were distributed free at the market.
-free
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indicating the absence of something, typically a substance or condition

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She opted for a sugar-free dessert to maintain her healthy diet.
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