hands-free

adjective

: designed to be used without being held in the hands
a hands-free cell phone

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The versatile design features a flexible neck and three-speed settings for customizable airflow, plus hands-free operation with suction cup base mounting that attaches to any smooth surface. — ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 Ben Cook, a New York creator who posts about watches on TikTok, uses his Meta smart glasses to listen to music on runs and take hands-free calls. — Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026 Every Fathom will also contain the hardware needed for BlueCruise, Ford’s hands-free highway driving system, although owners may have to pay separately to activate the service. — Josh Max, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 Anywho, every not-a-Ranchero will have the hardware necessary for Ford’s BlueCruise hands-free driving aid, while offering bi-directional charging and more passenger volume than a Toyota RAV4 with a bed and a frunk. — Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hands-free

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“Hands-free.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hands-free. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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