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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To be sure, Magnolia Pearl isn’t alone in carving a new path through the fashion industry’s eco-friendly formulas. Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025 This belief has been reinforced by years of eco-friendly alternatives that didn’t meet durability, aesthetic or functional standards. Lauren Parker, Sourcing Journal, 13 Aug. 2025 Plus, these sets are sumptuous, sustainable, and a great alternative to bamboo, as they’re made from similarly eco-friendly materials. Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 Aug. 2025 Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the eco-friendly designs, and the water-repellent materials used in most of The North Face’s products. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 12 Aug. 2025 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 20 Aug. 2025.

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