Meanings
- datedidiomaticliteraryNot in love.
The scene is set; and there am I alone, in my best looks, heart-free, waiting.
1901, Julian Sturgis, Stephen Calinari, page 1663 more examples
I have laid a ſcheme to do ſo; if indeed ſhe is hitherto innocent and heart-free.
1748, Samuel Richardson, Clarissa. Or, The history of a young lady: comprehending the most important concerns of private life. And particularly shewing, the distresses that may attend the misconduct both of parents and children, in relation to marriage. Published by the editor of Pamela. By Samuel Richardson, Volume 2, page 146Nay, gentle maidens, you sing well but vainly, for Rose is still heart-free, and looks but coldly upon her many suitors.
1877, John Hollingshead, The Birthplace of Podgers, Etc, page 6The merry ring of heart-free laughter filled the air, and all around were peace and contentment.
1938, Alan Villiers, The Rotarian, page 14
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