materiality
US /məˌtɪriˈæləti/
UK /məˌtɪriˈæləti/
1.
the quality or state of being material; physical existence.
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The artist explored the materiality of clay in her sculptures.
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The philosopher discussed the materiality of the human body.
2.
the quality or state of being relevant or significant.
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The auditor assessed the materiality of the financial misstatements.
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The court considered the materiality of the new evidence.