"bornness" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Etymology: From born + -ness. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|born|ness}} born + -ness Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} bornness (uncountable)
  1. The state or condition with which one is born; one's inherent quality; natural ability or inclination. Tags: uncountable
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