BusinessAugust 12, 2026

immaterial

im-muh-TEER-ee-ul

Definition

Of no consequence or importance; irrelevant to the subject or purpose at hand.

Etymology

Originating from late Middle English, the word derives from the Latin 'immaterialis', composed of 'in-' (not) and 'materia' (matter). It originally referred to things lacking physical substance before evolving to denote concepts that are not pertinent or essential.

In the news

In the context of data platforms, the word refers to information that is considered insignificant or irrelevant to the core analytical objectives being pursued.

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