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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How to wash clothes sustainably As well as reducing the frequency of our laundry loads, washing at low temperatures (68 to 86 degrees Fahrenheit is the recommendation), air drying instead of tumble-drying, and using eco-friendly detergent is also better for the planet. Emily Chan, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024 These practices often included building with eco-friendly materials, planting on-site gardens with fresh produce and constructing water recycling facilities. Roger Sands, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024 The tags are made from organic materials and eco-friendly ink, and the packaging is made from as much recycled and biodegradable material as possible, minimizing the product’s environmental footprint. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024 Beeswax wraps: These can be used to store baked cookies as an eco-friendly option. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for eco-friendly 

Word History

First Known Use

1989, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 26 Dec. 2024.

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