material — the matter from which a thing is or can be made
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the matter from which a thing is or can be made
Pronunciation (IPA): /məˈtɪriəl/
Example Sentences
- My mom bought expensive material to make curtains, but ended up using it as a tablecloth for pizza nights.
- The students need to bring their own study materials to the exam.
- He claims money isn't important, but his material desires say otherwise when he sees the latest iPhone.
material
NOUN[/məˈtɪriəl/]
the matter from which a thing is or can be made
The students used different materials to build a small bridge.
The boy gathered materials before making a birdhouse. (MAKE + STUFF → material is the stuff used to make things)
The students used the tutorial materials and later created a memorial display.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin materia, meaning 'wood, timber, or substance.' The term is related to mater ('mother'), reflecting the conceptual connection between motherhood and the fundamental substance from which all things are formed and created.
Breakdown
materia (substance, matter) + -al (adjective suffix meaning 'of or relating to')
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom bought expensive material to make curtains, but ended up using it as a tablecloth for pizza nights.”
“The students need to bring their own study materials to the exam.”
“He claims money isn't important, but his material desires say otherwise when he sees the latest iPhone.”
“This fabric material is perfect for making summer clothes.”
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