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Meaning of the word "au naturel" in English

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au naturel

US /ˌoʊ nəˈtʃʊrəl/
UK /ˌoʊ nəˈtʃʊrəl/
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Adverb

1.

in a natural state; without artificial additions or adornment

Example:
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She prefers to wear her hair au naturel.
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The chef prepared the vegetables au naturel, with just a touch of salt.
Synonym:
naturallyunadornedunprocessedunmodifiedplain
2.

naked

Example:
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They decided to go for a swim au naturel in the secluded cove.
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The artist preferred to paint his models au naturel to capture their true form.
Synonym:
nakedbareunclothednudestripped
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