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What does the word part -ature mean?

The word part "-ature" generally indicates "the state or quality of being".

Here are some examples:

* Nature: The state or quality of being natural.

* Temperature: The state or quality of being hot or cold.

* Literature: The state or quality of being written works.

* Culture: The state or quality of being cultivated or developed.

* Signature: The state or quality of being a sign or mark.

However, "-ature" can also have other meanings depending on the context. For instance:

* Creature: A living being, especially an animal. Here, "-ature" is related to the word "create" and means "created".

* Feature: A distinctive characteristic, which is related to "facere" (Latin for "to make").

It's important to consider the whole word and its context to understand the meaning of "-ature".

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