nature
//ˈneɪtʃər//
Noun
natureSingular
naturesPlural
1
The physical world and everything in it (such as plants, animals, mountains, oceans, stars, etc.) that is not made by humans
We should protect nature for future generations.
2
The basic character or quality of a person or thing; the inherent or essential qualities that make something what it is
It's not in his nature to be dishonest.
3
The forces and processes that control the physical world, such as weather, growth, and decay
We cannot control the forces of nature.
4
A kind or type of something
The nature of the problem requires a different approach.