1. substances or things from which something can be made or built
Usage: plural form of material
2. equipment, supplies, or resources needed for a particular activity or purpose
Usage: often used in educational or work contexts
3. information, facts, or content used as a basis for something
Usage: often refers to written or recorded content

Examples

• The construction crew ordered building materials for the new house.
• Students need to bring their own art materials to class.
• The company uses recycled materials in their packaging.
• She gathered research materials for her history project.
• The teacher distributed reading materials to the students.
• Raw materials are processed in the factory to make finished products.
• The journalist collected materials for her investigative report.