fancy-free

[ fan-see-free ]

adjective

1. free from any emotional tie or influence, especially that of love.

fancy-free

adjective

1. having no commitments; carefree

Word History and Origins

Origin of fancy-free¹

First recorded in 1580–90; fancy + -free

Example Sentences

He left in 2016, spending his days footloose and fancy-free at the Oakland Zoo.

From Seattle Times

This week had been spirit week at Robb Elementary, and Tuesday was foot loose and fancy-free day, with the kids encouraged to wear their fanciest footwear.

From Los Angeles Times

Yet others are enjoying the footloose, fancy-free life.

From Seattle Times

Everyone in America should have the opportunity to set out in their car seeking the fancy-free feeling that comes with the best of road trips.

From Seattle Times

But unlike many fancy-free hippies, Mr. Delsarte was rigorously productive, creating a large body of work over the decades.

From New York Times