Translation
equipment, kit; material
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Word origin
From Late Latin materialis ('made of matter'), from Latin materia ('matter, timber, substance'). The noun sense of physical kit grew out of the adjective. English 'material' and 'matter' come from the same root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- materialis
- English cognates
- material, matter, materiel
Grammar
Examples
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The camping equipment is stored in the garage.
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The kit has to be booked before Friday.
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She bought painting materials for her classes.
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The storm caused significant material damage.
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Material comfort is not enough to make people happy.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 22, lesson 10: matériel, gagnant, nation and 7 more words.