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Definition natural in American English

natural adjective

adjective
/ˈnætʃ(ə)rəl/

▪ completely, entirely, only, perfectly, quite

1

existing in nature and not produced or caused by people

Example

This cloth is made from natural fibers.

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areas of great natural beauty

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All the ingredients we use are completely natural.

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Mr. Johnson died from natural causes (=not as a result of an accident or crime).

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1.1

not changed from a natural state by production or growing methods

Example

natural food

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Example

His anger was an entirely natural reaction.

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It's only natural to worry about your child's diet.

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3

existing in someone from an early age

Example

Angela's a natural leader.

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The best players have natural talent.

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Her natural instinct was to defend herself.

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4

relaxed rather than uncomfortable

Example

She appeared relaxed and natural in her first recital.

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4.1

honest rather than false

Example

Greg has natural warmth and concern for people.

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5

natural parents are the ones you were born to

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Definition natural in American English