instincts

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Noun instinct has 1 sense

instinct, inherent aptitude - inborn pattern of behavior often responsive to specific stimuli; "the spawning instinct in salmon"; "altruistic instincts in social animals"
--₁ is a kind of aptitude
--₁ has particulars: id

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Instincts

Noun: A natural or intuitive way of behaving or thinking, often in response to a specific stimulus.

Example Sentence: Cats have instincts to hunt and explore their surroundings.

Noun: An innate, typically fixed pattern of behavior in animals, often independent of learning or experience.

Example Sentence: The mating instincts of birds are fascinating to observe.

Adjective: Having a natural aptitude or talent for something.

Example Sentence: He has an instinct for comedy and always manages to make people laugh.

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