Freer

/ˈfriːər/ adjective

Definition

More free; having more liberty, independence, or fewer restrictions.

Etymology

Comparative form of 'free,' from Old English 'freo' (not bound). The root connects to friendship and peaceful coexistence in Germanic languages.

Kelly Says

The comparative 'freer' creates an odd pronunciation where people often add a 't' sound ('freer-tuh') even though it's not written—it's called epenthesis and happens when sounds are hard to say together.

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