Non-material

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Alternative form of nonmaterial. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable

Example

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"Permaculture (permanent agriculture) is the practical conscious design and maintenance of agriculturally productive ecosystems which have the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems. It is the harmonious integration of landscape and people providing their food, energy, shelter, and other material and non-material needs in a sustainable way."

Etymology

From non- + material.

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