pristine

The definition of pristine is something that is still in its original condition or still pure.

(adjective)

An example of pristine is a forest that hasn't been logged or damaged by humans.

See pristine in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

Origin: L pristinus, former < OL pri, before: see prime

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See pristine in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

a. Remaining in a pure state; uncorrupted by civilization.
b. Remaining free from dirt or decay; clean: pristine mountain snow.
Of, relating to, or typical of the earliest time or condition; primitive or original.

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Origin: Latin prīstinus; see per¹ in Indo-European roots

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