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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Across Germany and France, sustainability takes center stage, with nearly a fifth of all projects focusing strictly on eco-friendly products. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 18 June 2026 Here, some of our favorite projects that show how a shipping container can serve as the small grains for a sustainable, eco-friendly dream home—from multi-resident container buildings to a DIY tiny house in the middle of the mountains. Caitlin Gunther, Architectural Digest, 17 June 2026 Alicia Sokolowski is the president and CEO of AspenClean, an eco-friendly laundry and cleaning company. Nishaa Sharma, The Spruce, 17 June 2026 From development around a new freeway and industrial expansion to a chef’s TV win and an eco-friendly home, the Treasure Valley is buzzing with news this June. Chadd Cripe. Produced With Ai Assistance, Idaho Statesman, 16 June 2026 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 22 Jun. 2026.

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