Definitions

1. noun

Equipment, supplies, or materials needed for a particular activity, project, or operation.

“The film crew required a large amount of matériel for the outdoor shoot.”

2. noun

The equipment and supplies used by a military or armed forces, especially in a particular war or conflict.

“The country’s matériel was largely destroyed during the war.”

3. noun

A set of goods or supplies, especially those used for a particular purpose or in a particular trade or profession.

“The company’s matériel was sold to another firm at a significant profit.”