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词组 natural
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natural /ˈnætʃərəl/ adjective 1. existing in nature and not caused, made, or controlled by peoplenounsthe natural world (=trees, flowers, animals, rivers etc) We should be protecting the natural world, not destroying it.natural history (=the study of plants, animals, and minerals) We went to the Natural History Museum, to see the dinosaurs.natural resources Japan has few natural resources such as oil or coal, and has to depend on imports.natural beauty The region is famous for its great natural beauty.a natural disaster/catastrophe (=a terrible event such as a flood or earthquake) The earthquake was the country’s worst natural disaster.a natural phenomenon (=something that happens in nature) Some natural phenomena are difficult for scientists to explain.a natural lake/river/harbour There are few natural lakes that can be used to supply drinking water.natural products/ingredients (=with no artificial chemicals) We only use natural ingredients in our foods.natural fibres (=wool, cotton etc – not materials that are man-made) Natural fibres such as cotton will help to keep you cool.natural light (=from the sun) I prefer to use natural light when I’m taking photographs.natural causes (=used when someone dies because of an illness or accident, not because of human actions) The police say the man died from natural causes.natural enemies/predators (=other types of animals that will attack an animal) The bird has few natural enemies.natural methods Some people prefer to use natural methods of pain relief such as relaxation techniques.natural colour BrE natural color AmE (=that you were born with) Her natural hair colour is brown.sth’s natural habitat/environment/surroundings (=the place where something usually lives) You can observe the birds in their natural habitat.THESAURUS: natural wildflower | plant | herb | animal | bird | beauty | landscape wild flowers, plants, and animals are not grown or kept by people. Wild areas of land do not have humans living there: In spring, the fields are full of wild flowers. | Many wild plants are in danger of dying out, because of modern farming methods. | Wild animals are protected by law and hunting is strictly controlled. | You can see hundreds of species of wild birds. | The Yorkshire moors are famous for their wild beauty. | Nepal’s wild mountain landscape is one of the most beautiful places in the world. puregold | silver | cotton | wool | silk | air | water | juice | alcohol a pure substance or material is not mixed with anything else: The necklace is made of pure gold. | The shirt is pure cotton. | My sweater is made of pure new wool. | The air is much purer in the mountains. | I’d like a glass of pure orange juice. organicfood | farming | produce | vegetables | carrots | tomatoes | fruit | milk | eggs | meat | chicken | beauty products organic food is grown or produced without using chemicals which harm the environment: Do you think that organic food tastes better than ordinary food? | Scientific evidence has shown that organic farming is better for the environment. | Sales of organic produce have increased significantly in recent years. | You can buy organic vegetables at our local farmers’ market. | Organic milk is more expensive, but you know that the cows are treated better. | We used to buy organic free range chicken, until we realised that the kindest thing was to stop eating meat altogether. | The hair salon only uses organic beauty products. unspoiled also unspoilt BrEcountryside | beaches | village | town | scenery | surroundings | beauty | charm | paradise a place that is unspoiled is still beautiful because no one has built roads or buildings on it: The countryside is remarkably unspoiled. | The island has mile after mile of unspoiled beaches. | It is a pleasant unspoilt village. | You can discover the unspoiled beauty of the region. | Bali was once an unspoilt paradise. undevelopedarea | region | land | island | coast | coastline an undeveloped area does not have towns, factories, or big roads built on it: The south west is still an undeveloped area of the country. | The railroad company entered this undeveloped region and created new towns, bringing in thousands of new settlers. | Much of the border is undeveloped land. | Because they are so far away, the islands have remained relatively undeveloped. | The country has hundreds of miles of undeveloped coastline. | The mountains are still undeveloped for tourism. untouchedwilderness | jungle | ecosystem a place that is untouched has not been affected by human activity: Europe’s last untouched wilderness is to be preserved for future generations. | The bank has been discussing plans to cut down trees in an untouched Brazilian jungle. | There are very few parts of the world that remain untouched by humans. virginforest | rainforest | land | territory virgin forest or land is still in its natural state and has not been spoiled or changed in any way by humans: Roads were built through virgin forests, without caring about the effect on local wildlife. | Thousands of acres of virgin rainforest are being destroyed each year. | He bought 14,000 acres of virgin land in Ontario. | New settler towns were established in virgin territory.Virgin is always used before a noun.2. natural feelings and reactions are reasonable and what you would expect in that situationnounsa natural reaction/response Of course you feel disappointed – it’s a very natural reaction.a natural desire/wish/willingness There is a natural desire to avoid change.adverbsperfectly natural When you feel sad, it is perfectly natural to cry.phrasesit is (only) natural It is only natural to worry about your baby’s health.sth is the most natural thing in the world (=it does not surprise or shock you at all) His parents behaved as if it was the most natural thing in the world when he told them about it.3. a natural skill or feeling is one that you were born withnounsa natural skill/talent/ability/aptitude She has a natural talent for the game.a natural instinct/feeling His natural instinct was to defend himself.natural shyness/curiosity/interest It was difficult for the prince to overcome his natural shyness.a natural distrust/suspicion He had a natural distrust of reporters.a natural leader/artist/singer/actor (=someone who is born with the skill needed to be a leader etc) Thatcher was a natural leader.You can also use natural-born in this meaning: Thatcher was a natural-born leader.
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