Definition

Describing someone who was born free and not into slavery or servitude.

Example

He is a freeborn citizen, enjoying all the rights and privileges of his country.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what it means to be freeborn?

Yeah, it’s pretty interesting to think about our rights and freedoms.

I feel lucky to be freeborn and have choices in life.

Absolutely! It’s something we should all appreciate more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Freeborn → It is formed from "free" (from Old English "freo", meaning not in bondage or slavery) and "born" (from Old English "boren", meaning to be born). The word "freeborn" means born free, not enslaved or bound by servitude.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'not in bondage' ('free') and 'born' into that state — that's why freeborn means someone who is born free.

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