It is important for people to remember that, when looking at the periodic table of the elements, ânaturally occurringâ does not necessarily mean âabundant.â Many naturally occurring elements are in fact quite rare, although some were once more abundant.
future. 1  time that is to be or come hereafter. 2  something that will exist or happen in time to come: The future is rooted in the past. 3  a condition, especially of success or failure, to come: Some people believe a gypsy can tell you your future. 4  Grammar. the future tense. 5  Usually, futures.
By Richard Nordquist. Definition: A form of the verb that refers to an action or event that has not yet begun. As illustrated below (in Examples and Observations), the simple future is also used to make a prediction or to show ability, intention, or determination. Also called the future simple. The simple future is expressed by placing the helping verb will or shall (or a contracted form of will or shall) in front of the base form of a verb (e.g., I will arrive tomorrow; I won't leave on Wednesday). For other ways of forming the future in English, see future tense. See also: