material
//məˈtɪəriəl//
Noun
The substance or matter from which something is or can be made.
Wood is a natural material used for building houses.
Cloth or fabric.
She bought some material to make a dress.
Information, evidence, or facts used in writing, research, or discussion.
The journalist gathered material for her article by interviewing local residents.
Items or substances needed for a particular activity or purpose.
We need to buy some art materials for the project.
Adjective
Relating to physical matter or the physical world rather than the spirit or intellect.
We live in a material world where physical possessions are highly valued.
Important, essential, or relevant to the matter at hand.
This information is material to our decision.
Concerned with physical comfort or wealth rather than spiritual values.
He is too focused on material success and ignores his family.