tax-free

American

[taks-free] / ˈtæksˌfri /

adjective

tax-exempt.

tax-free British

adjective

not needing to have tax paid on it

tax-free savings schemes

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Etymology

Origin of tax-free

First recorded in 1695–1705; tax + -free

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tax-free

These tax-free periods are short, so shoppers need to be ready to take advantage of the savings, which can be significant.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026

Tennessee: Clothing and shoes under $100 per item and computers under $1,500 are tax-free between July 31 and Aug. 2.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026

Andy Burnham has pulled back from suggestions about increasing the tax-free personal allowance.

From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026

Their owners contribute after-tax dollars, which can grow and be withdrawn tax-free.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

The Indian tribe sold tax-free tobacco products, and smokers came from miles away to stock up.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen

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