material

English

/məˈtɪɹi.əl/, /məˈtɪəɹɪəl/

adj
Definitions
  • Having to do with matter; consisting of matter.
  • Worldly, as opposed to spiritual.
  • (law) Significant.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English material derived from Latin māteriālis, māteria (material, matter, substance, wood, stuff, timber).

Origin

Latin

māteria

Gloss

material, matter, substance, wood, stuff, timber

Concept
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Person/Thing

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