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.
2. belief about (or mental picture of) the future. 3. someone who is considered for something (for an office or prize or honor etc.). 4. the visual percept of a region. 5. a prediction of the course of a disease. Familiarity information: PROSPECT used as a noun is common.