Dictionary entryCEFR B2noun

substance

IPA pronunciation: /ˈsʌbstəns/

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Russian meaning

вещество, суть

English definition

A particular kind of matter with uniform properties; also the real importance or meaning of something.

Example

The scientist analyzed the chemical substance in the lab.

Collocations

chemical substance
illegal substances
substance abuse

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