eco-friendly

American

[ee-koh-frend-lee, ek-oh-] / ˌi koʊˈfrɛnd li, ˌɛk oʊ- /

Or ecofriendly

adjective

safe or good for the environment; green.

This program aims to promote eco-friendly waste disposal.

Etymology

Origin of eco-friendly

First recorded in 1985–90

Example Sentences

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The newspaper teamed up with eco-friendly search engine firm, Ecosia, to co-ordinate and fund the distribution of the spuds.

From BBC

It could serve as an alternative to certain synthetic UV filters that raise environmental concerns, helping advance the development of more eco-friendly sunscreens.

From Science Daily

"The most important thing for you is to stay smart... and learn to be eco-friendly," he added.

From Barron's

Those delights can be as simple as looking up eco-friendly homemade shampoo formulas on Instagram or crushing a bucket of berries for seed collection to help restore native plants.

From Los Angeles Times

Levy UK is aiming to replace 54 tonnes of beef burgers with its "Game On" signature wild venison burger, served in an eco-friendly seaweed-lined tray.

From Barron's

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