matter

A1
Pronunciation
/ˈmætə/
/ˈmætɚ/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Substance, material.

2 Definition

A condition, subject or affair, especially one of concern.

Example Sentences
  • What's the matter?;   state matters
3 Definition

An approximate amount or extent.

Example Sentences
  • I stayed for a matter of months.
4 Definition

The essence; the pith; the embodiment.

5 Definition

Inducing cause or reason, especially of anything disagreeable or distressing.

6 Definition

Pus.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To be important.

Example Sentences
  • Sorry for pouring ketchup on your clean white shirt! - Oh, don't worry, it does not matter.
2 Definition

(in negative constructions) To care about, to mind; to find important.

3 Definition

To form pus or matter, as an abscess; to maturate.