materials (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /məˈtɪəriəlz/
Definition
The matter from which a thing is or can be made.
Examples
The company produces a wide range of high-quality materials for the automotive industry.
We need to choose a durable material for the flooring that will withstand heavy foot traffic.
The artist experimented with different materials, including clay, paint, and metal, to create her sculptures.
How to Use materials
- made of materials (prepositional phrase)
- Describes what something is constructed from. — "This table is made of recycled materials."
- materials science (collocation)
- The scientific field concerned with the properties and applications of materials. — "She is studying materials science at university."
- suitable materials (collocation)
- Materials that are appropriate for a specific use. — "We are looking for suitable materials for the new building."
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