environmentallyfriendlymaterial
nounUK /ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˌmen.təl.i ˈfrend.li məˈtɪə.ri.əl/
US /ɪnˌvaɪ.rənˌmen.təl.i ˈfrend.li məˈtɪr.i.əl/
A material that is safe for nature and does not hurt the Earth.
The toy is made from an environmentally friendly material that can be recycled.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A material that causes little or no pollution when it is made or used.
Bamboo is an environmentally friendly material because it grows quickly and needs few chemicals.
3. A material that can break down naturally without harming the environment.
Paper bags are an environmentally friendly material compared to plastic ones.
4. A material produced in a way that saves energy and natural resources.
Recycled glass is an environmentally friendly material used in many new bottles.