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Definition material in American English

material adjective

adjective
/məˈtɪriəl/

▪ goods, possessions, prosperity, resources, rewards, wealth, well-being

1

important enough to notice or to have an effect

Example

This situation will continue unless there is a material change in conditions.

Example

Any information material to the patient's decision should be revealed.

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1.1

used about things or people that are important in a legal case

Example

A bag containing ammunition was the only material evidence.

2

relating to the physical world that people experience directly, rather than to the world of the imagination or thoughts

Example

the material universe

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3

relating to things such as money and possessions that affect your physical life rather than your thoughts or emotions

Example

State officials enjoy more material rewards than other sectors.

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Definition material in American English