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What is "Eco" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 08-Apr-2023 (1 year, 1 month, 14 days ago)
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Eco
Of or relating to habitat or household, mostly used as a prefix related to ecology. Eco comes from the ancient Greek word "oikos" (house). e. g. eco-label, eco-friendly, eco-shopping. Within the textile industry, "eco" refers to fibers/fabrics that are sustainable or friendly to the environment.

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