Lacking normative assumptions.

Yielding free gold or silver; said of certain ores that can be reduced by crushing and amalgamation, without roasting or other chemical treatment.

plural of free variable

Without any (especially harmful) microorganisms; aseptic. / (sciences) Specifically, pertaining to an animal with no microorganisms living in or on it, used in gnotobiotic research.

(linguistics) The situation where two or more forms appear in the same environment without a change in meaning, and without either one being considered incorrect.

(cosmetics) The part of a nail, such as a fingernail or toenail, that extends past the flesh of the finger or toe

(military) An order that weapons may be fired at targets (especially aircraft or missiles) that are not positively identified as friendly.

plural of free agent

plural of free morpheme

(finance) Not charging interest; not subject to interest payments.