Mother Nature

noun

: nature personified as a woman considered as the source and guiding force of creation

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Why did God or the gods or Mother Nature bless only a few of us on this planet with those wildly entertaining powers? Literary Hub, 13 May 2026 Jojoba by Benjamin Moore, a muted forest green, is a shade Mother Nature would most certainly approve of for any home, providing a balanced, sophisticated backdrop. Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 11 May 2026 That’s why an adaption feels worth exploring, since this story is not just about Mother Nature but the challenges of the human existence. Brayden Garcia may 11, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 May 2026 For a simple, relaxing destination at home, take a cue from Mother Nature and stick with the basics—log seating, pebble ground cover, and a firepit that uses natural elements. Marisa Donnelly, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for Mother Nature

Word History

First Known Use

1551, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Mother Nature was in 1551

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“Mother Nature.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Mother%20Nature. Accessed 17 May. 2026.

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Mother Nature

noun
: nature represented as a woman thought of as the source and guiding force of creation
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