C1adjectivenatureenvironment
US/ˈprɪs.tiːn/
UK/ˈprɪs.tiːn/
in perfect condition; clean and not changed or damaged by people
In context
Con Dao still has some of the most pristine beaches in Vietnam.
Biologists hope to study the pristine forest before the new road is built.
The second-hand camera was in pristine condition, almost like new.
Words that go with pristine
adjective + noun
- pristine conditionThe 1960s motorbike is still in pristine condition.
- pristine beachesTourists come for the pristine beaches and clear water.
- pristine forestLogging companies want to enter the pristine forest.
- pristine wildernessAntarctica is one of the last areas of pristine wilderness.
- pristine environmentA new mine could harm the island's pristine environment.
- pristine watersDivers love the pristine waters around the reef.