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substance

/ˈsʌbstəns/ noun · British & US
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What does substance mean?

noun

A particular kind of matter or material; a substance is a substance that has a consistent composition and properties. It can be a solid, liquid, or gas.

Example

"The new substance in the lab was found to have unique properties that made it useful for medical research."

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