hyle

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(obsolete, philosophy) matter

The first matter of the cosmos, from which the four elements arose, according to the doctrines of Empedocles and Aristotle.

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Aristotle was the first to use the terms hyle and morphe. Source: Internet

The craftsman requires hyle (timber or wood) and a model, plan or idea in his own mind according to which the wood is worked to give it the indicated contour or form (morphe). Source: Internet

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