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material (noun, adjective)

A physical substance used to create or build something, or the information and ideas used in the development of a creative work. It can also describe things that relate to the physical world rather than the spiritual or intellectual one.

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"The dress is made of a lightweight, breathable material."

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

The building is made of good fabric. → The building is made of good material.

I have many materials for my essay. → I have a lot of material for my essay.