eco-friendly

adjective

eco-friend·​ly ˌē-kō-ˈfren(d)-lē How to pronounce eco-friendly (audio)
ˌe-kō-
: not environmentally harmful
eco-friendly construction options

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More and more people are looking for eco-friendly buildings that use less energy and have a lower environmental impact. Johan Hajji, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 In addition to their eco-friendly credentials, though, we were impressed by the quality and lovely hand feel of these sheets. Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024 According to a 2022 report from IBM, nearly 80% of respondents indicated that sustainability is important to them, and over half would be willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly brands. Evgeny Popov, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 Birla Excel textiles are made from eco-friendly materials, promoting responsible sourcing throughout their lifecycle. Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eco-friendly 

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of eco-friendly was in 1989

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“Eco-friendly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/eco-friendly. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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