chemical-free cotton
nounUK /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl friː ˈkɒt.ən/
US /ˈkem.ɪ.kəl friː ˈkɑː.t̬ən/
Cotton that is grown and made without using any bad chemicals.
My new shirt is made of chemical-free cotton, so it feels soft and safe on my skin.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Cotton grown without synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.
Farmers who grow chemical-free cotton avoid spraying harmful stuff on their plants.
3. Fabric made from cotton that has not been treated with chemical dyes or finishes.
The baby blanket is made of chemical-free cotton, so it is gentle for newborns.
4. A label used on clothing to show it was produced without toxic chemicals.
Look for the chemical-free cotton tag when you shop for eco-friendly clothes.