natural resources

plural noun

1. naturally occurring materials such as coal, fertile land, etc, that can be used by man

natural resources

1. Factors of production not created (though harnessed) by effort. Minerals and fossil fuels are examples of natural resources.

Example Sentences

“SWFs have traditionally been set up by states rich in natural resources to manage their budgetary surplus, diversify their economies, and protect their wealth for future generations,” observed the Carnegie Endowment’s Feldstein and Vittori.

From Los Angeles Times

“The negative impacts on public access, natural resources and environmental health warrant our scrutiny under California as a standard of review.”

From Los Angeles Times

Wade Crowfoot, the state’s natural resources secretary, said the approach outlined under the plan will “improve the health of our rivers by both restoring river flows and revitalizing habitat.”

From Los Angeles Times

“California remains committed and focused to our priorities and our values,” said Crowfoot, the state’s natural resources secretary.

From Los Angeles Times

Furthermore, the country as a whole relies on rural America for the production of food, fuel and other natural resources.

From Salon

Related Words

• raw material 
• timber 
• water