Material

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1 English 1.1 Adjective 1.2 Noun 1.3 Related Terms

English

Adjective

1. Having to do with matter.

   This compound has a number of interesting material properties.

2. Worldly, as opposed to spiritual.

   Don't let material concerns get in the way of living a good life.

3. Significant.

   You've made several material contributions to this project.

Noun

1. Matter which may be shaped or manipulated, particularly in making something.

   Asphalt, composed of oil and sand, is a widely-used material for roads.

2. Cloth to be made into a garment.

   You'll need about a yard of material to make this.

3. (entertainment) Things written to be performed.

   We were a warm-up act at the time; we didn't have enough original material to headline.

•  : matériau

Related Terms

• matter
• material breach
• material science
• materials science