Crossword Genius

Fundamental nature (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

essence

<span class="explanation-format__ClueExplanation">'<span class="explanation-format__original">fundamental nature</span>' is the definition.<br/ ><span class="explanation-format__explanation">(I've seen this before)</span><br/ ><br/ >This is all the clue.<br/ ></span>

(Other definitions for essence that I've seen before include "The most distinctive element" , "Perfume or concentrated extract" , "Distillate; gist" , "Concentrated liquid flavouring" , "Attar" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror, The Independent, The Daily Mail and the Evening Standard.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.