adjective “natural”
base form natural (more/most)
- something that is a basic part of a person or thing and not learned or added later
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Her ability to solve complex math problems with ease is a natural talent, not the result of years of study.
- normal, expected
It's natural for children to be curious about the world around them.
- made by nature, not by humans
The beautiful, natural waterfall in the forest was a popular spot for hikers.
- (of food) made or done without artificial processes or additives
She always prefers natural honey, straight from the hive, without any added sugars.
- relating to a death caused by illness or old age, not by an accident or violence
After a thorough investigation, the coroner concluded that the man's death was natural, resulting from heart failure.
- in music, a note that is neither sharp, nor flat, denoted ♮
In the sheet music, the symbol indicates that this note is an F natural, not an F sharp.
- (of a bodybuilder) not using steroids to enhance performance
He won the competition as a natural bodybuilder, without ever using steroids.
noun “natural”
singular natural, plural naturals or uncountable
- the symbol ♮ in music, indicating that a note is to be played neither sharp or flat
In the sheet music, the composer placed a natural sign before the F to cancel the previous sharp.
- a person who is extremely talented at something from the beginning
She's a natural at painting, creating masterpieces with ease.