materials
word · lemma: material
Definition
Things or substances used to make or build something, or written information or resources for learning and working.
Usage & Nuances
'Materials' can refer to physical substances (like wood, metal), or to educational/working resources (like reading materials). Common phrases: 'raw materials,' 'building materials,' 'teaching materials.' Always plural when meaning 'resources' or when talking about more than one substance.
Example Sentences
We need more materials to finish the project.
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The teacher gave us new materials for homework.
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Bricks and cement are building materials.
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All the materials you need are on the website, so just download them.
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These materials are pretty expensive, but they'll last for years.
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Did you bring all the craft materials for the workshop?
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