second nature
noun
Definition of second nature
: an acquired deeply ingrained habit or skill after a while, using the gearshift becomes second nature
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Examples of second nature in a Sentence
After a while, using the gearshift becomes second nature.
speaking and thinking in Japanese simply became second nature to her during the years she spent in Kyoto
1582
First Known Use of second nature
1582
SECOND NATURE Defined for English Language Learners
second nature
noun
Definition of second nature for English Language Learners
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: something you can do easily or without much thought because you have done it many times before
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