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/ˈneɪtʃə(r)/ 
| singular | nature |
| plural | natures |
- 2[countable/uncountable] a basic quality or feature of somethingnature of:
It’s the nature of plastic to melt under high temperatures.
They must understand the nature of our opposition to nuclear testing.
by its (very) nature:Medical records, by their very nature, contain sensitive information.
true nature (=real features or qualities):Dunston refused to reveal the true nature of her work.
in nature:The role of the Board is only advisory in nature.
- a.the basic character of a person or an animal
The pony has a very gentle nature.
by nature:Apes are curious by nature.
in someone’s nature:It isn’t in my nature to be pushy or aggressive.
someone’s better nature (=someone’s kindness):If we can appeal to Charlotte’s better nature we can work out a compromise.
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in the nature of things
let nature take its course
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