footloose and fancy-free

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Definition of footloose and fancy-free words

phrase footloose and fancy-free If you describe someone as footloose and fancy-free, you mean that they are not married or in a similar relationship, and you therefore consider them to have very few responsibilities or commitments. 0

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

boon — You can describe something as a boon when it makes life better or easier for someone.
carefree — A carefree person or period of time doesn't have or involve any problems, worries, or responsibilities.
casual — If you are casual, you are, or you pretend to be, relaxed and not very concerned about what is happening or what you are doing.
convivial — Convivial people or occasions are pleasant, friendly, and relaxed.
easygoing — going easily, as a horse.

formal — being in accordance with the usual requirements, customs, etc.; conventional: to pay one's formal respects.

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