free
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fri:
fri
British pronunciation
/friː/

Definition & Meaning of "free"in English

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Free Wi-Fi is available in this café.
The book club provides a free book each month.
02

released from restriction

absolute

free definition and meaning
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The rescued animals were set free in their natural habitat.
The prisoners were set free after serving their sentences.
2.1

able to move without restriction

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She finally pulled her hair free from the tangled brush.
She managed to get her foot free from the mud.
03

(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.
In ancient Rome, the free citizens had rights that slaves did not.
04

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.
He felt a sense of liberation as he walked out of work, knowing he had the evening free to spend with his family.
05

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.
In the reaction, the free radicals played a key role in the chemical process.
06

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.
She found a free parking spot right in front of the building.
07

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.
A free translation allows for more creativity in adapting phrases to the target language.
08

devoid of something

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The house was free of smoke after the fire was put out.
Her speech was free of negativity, focusing on positive messages.
09

relieved from or lacking something unpleasant or burdensome

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After the surgery, he was free from pain.
She felt free from worry after hearing the good news.
10

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.
She was free with her praise, always complimenting others.
11

allowed or able to take a specific action without restriction

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You are free to ask questions during the session.
She ’s free to make her own decisions.
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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.
In a free society, people are allowed to voice their opinions without fear.
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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.
She ’s free in her remarks, always speaking her mind, regardless of others ’ reactions.
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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.
She was often criticized for her free behavior, which was considered inappropriate for the time.
15

(of a person) having time available

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Are you free this evening to go to the movies?
I ’m free at noon if you want to meet up.
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.
After serving the sentence, the authorities agreed to free the prisoner.
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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.
The rescue team freed the hikers trapped by the avalanche.
03

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.
The extra help freed the workers to focus on more urgent jobs.
04

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.
She freed the driveway by moving the pile of snow.
05

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.
By delegating tasks to his team, he was able to free himself from daily administrative duties.
06

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.
The counselor helped free the child of the fears that were holding her back.
07

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.
The manager freed some time in his schedule to attend the meeting.
free
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without being controlled or restricted

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She danced free, enjoying the moment.
The animals ran free after the gate opened.
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without requiring payment

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The samples were distributed free at the market.
The tickets to the event were given away free.
-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.
The online booking system made the entire process hassle-free.
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