Definition of Substance
Substance
sub·stance
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the basic matter that makes up a person or thing;
e.g. An unknown and sticky substance coated the old refrigerator.
(noun)
having important, meaning, or significant;
e.g. His answer had substance and was backed up with evidence.
(noun)
physical material from which something is made or which has discrete existence or legal restriction;
e.g. Strong, addictive drugs are often controlled substances.
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