Matter ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Matter ( noun )

1. A subject or concern.
2. A physical substance that constitutes the observable universe.
3. A situation or event that is being dealt with.

Origin:

Middle english matiere, from old french, from latin materia material, subject, from mater mother.

Examples:

1. The matter is under investigation.
2. Matter is made up of atoms and molecules.
3. The matter of the dispute has been resolved.
4. The matter at hand is quite complex.
5. It's a matter of personal opinion.

(As a verb)

Matter ( verb )

1. A subject or concern.
2. A physical substance that constitutes the observable universe.
3. A situation or event that is being dealt with.

Origin:

Middle english matiere, from old french, from latin materia material, subject, from mater mother.

Examples:

1. The matter is under investigation.
2. Matter is made up of atoms and molecules.
3. The matter of the dispute has been resolved.
4. The matter at hand is quite complex.
5. It's a matter of personal opinion.