Creeperless

/ˈkriːpərləs/ adjective

Definition

Without creepers; not covered by climbing plants or ivy.

Etymology

Adjective formed from 'creeper' with the suffix '-less' (from Old English, meaning 'without'). Standard negation formation in English.

Kelly Says

A 'creeperless' wall exposes the original building materials—something preservationists sometimes regret because removing old ivy can actually damage historic stone that's grown accustomed to being protected!

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