Footloose
Meaning:
Footloose means unshackled, Used as an adjective, footloose describes a person who has no responsibilities, and hence is free to do what he wants or go wherever he pleases. The term is also used to refer to an industry that is unrestricted in its location or field of operation, meaning it will not be affected by factors such as resources, land and labor.
Origin:
The term is said to have entered English in the late 17th Century. It has been used to mean free to move the feet, unshackled.” It is derived from foot (n.) + loose (adj.). Over time, it has acquired the figurative sense of “free to act as one pleases”.
Examples:
Jack always yearned to be a footloose adventurer.
Ved is footloose with no family responsibilities to tie him down.
Footloose industries are able to effectively respond to market fluctuations.
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