freeing
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B2
/ˈfriːɪŋ/
(free)
unrestricted
Etymology
Etymology Information
'free' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'frēo', where 'frēo' meant 'not in bondage'.
Historical Evolution
'frēo' transformed into the Middle English word 'fre', and eventually became the modern English word 'free'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not in bondage', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not under control or in captivity'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'free', meaning to release from confinement or restraint.
The activists are freeing the animals from the cages.
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