Material

1. Matter which may be shaped or manipulated, particularly in making something. We assembled the materials to make a cake.
2. Worldly, as opposed to spiritual. Don't let material concerns get in the way of living a good life.
3. Significant. This is the most material fact in this lawsuit.
4. Having to do with matter. This compound has a number of interesting material properties.
5. Cloth to be made into a garment. You will need about a yard of cotton material to make this apron.
6. A person who is qualified for a certain position or activity. He certainly is qualified to be presidential material.
7. Text written for a specific purpose. We have gathered enough material for our article on wildlife.