Someone who is materialistic, concerned only with material possessions. / A follower or proponent of philosophical materialism.

Having features typical of philosophical materialism.

An abstract mathematical representation of a process, device or concept; it uses a number of variables to represent inputs, outputs and internal states, and sets of equations and inequalities to describe their interaction.

A small cardboard box in which matches are kept.

Any small die-cast toy car, usually collectible.

(mathematics) A process by which a matrix (a rectangular table of numbers or abstract quantities that can be added and multiplied) is broken down into simpler numerical building blocks.

In a materialistic manner.

A small folded sheet of cardboard containing rows of cardboard matches, generally with a striker on the outside.

(law) A fact essential to make a case or a defense, or the absence of which negates a case or defense.

(law) A dispute over a material fact upon which the outcome of a legal case may rely, and which therefore must be decided by a judge or jury; a dispute which precludes summary judgment.