Definition

To form from matter; to materialize. [Obs.] Sir T. Browne.

Other Definitions

This word also has 2 other definitions:

MATERIAL (adjective)

1. Consisting of matter; not spiritual; corporeal; physical; as, material substance or bodies. The material elements of the universe. Whewell. 2. Hen...

MATERIAL (noun)

The substance or matter of which anything is made or may be made. Raw material, any crude, unfinished, or elementary materials that are adapted to use...