material substance

Frequency: 5.56.0 per million words

the physical matter that things are made of

substanceADJECTIVE + substance (meaning: material)

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material

Examples (10)

  • The ancient Egyptians believed that the material substance of the body was essential for the afterlife.
  • Scientists are studying the material substance of stars to understand their composition.
  • Philosophers have long debated the nature of material substance and its relation to consciousness.
  • The material substance of the universe, according to some theories, may be more complex than we can currently perceive.
  • Understanding the material substance of everyday objects helps us appreciate the science behind them.
  • The exhibition explored the material substance of art, focusing on the mediums used by various artists.
  • Early alchemists were fascinated by the transmutation of material substance.
  • The material substance of this planet is rich in rare minerals.
  • The report detailed the material substance found at the archaeological site.
  • We are trying to determine the material substance of this newly discovered compound.