free
Translation
free of charge, available, unrestricted
Examples
The museum entry is free.
The museum entry is free.
Are you free this evening?
Are you free this evening?
You are free to leave now.
You are free to leave now.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) free to be without cost The coffee is free.
((to be)) free ((to do sth.)) to have permission to do sth. You are free to choose.
free ((from sth.)) liberated from sth. The area is free from danger.
Similar Words
Synonyms: complimentary, available, unrestricted; Antonyms: expensive, busy, restricted
Etymology
From Old English 'frēo', meaning 'not in bondage, noble'.
Memory Tips
Remember the three main meanings: free of cost, free time, and freedom to act.