force of nature

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A mighty natural force which is beyond human control, notably if potentially catastrophic, such as the elements (e.g. storms and extreme temperatures) or geological (e.g. seismic and volcanic) activity.
  2. A thing or person that exhibits qualities which appear to be beyond outside control and which have consequential effects.
  3. A fundamental force.

Word forms

force of nature forces of nature

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