material

Definition

  • n. the tangible substance that goes into the makeup of a physical object
  • n. information (data or ideas or observations) that can be used or reworked into a finished form
  • n. things needed for doing or making something
  • n. a person judged suitable for admission or employment

Word forms

Plural
materials

Example sentences

  1. n.

    We need to buy more material for the school project.

  2. a.

    The book discusses material wealth and its effects on happiness.