noun
the real physical matter of which a person or thing consists
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- DNA is the substance of our genes
noun
the choicest or most essential or most vital part of some idea or experience
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- the gist of the prosecutor's argument
- the heart and soul of the Republican Party
- the nub of the story
noun
the idea that is intended
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- What is the meaning of this proverb?
noun
material of a particular kind or constitution
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- the immune response recognizes invading substances
noun
considerable capital (wealth or income)
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- he is a man of means
noun
what a communication that is about something is about
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the property of holding together and retaining its shape
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- wool has more body than rayon
- when the dough has enough consistency it is ready to bake
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a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties
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- shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man