hylomorphism


hylomorphism

(ˌhaɪləˈmɔːfɪzəm) n (Philosophy) the philosophical doctrine that identifies matter with the first cause of the universe

hylomorphism

the theory derived from Aristotle that every physical object is composed of two principles, an unchanging prime matter and a form deprived of actuality with every substantial change of the object. — hylomorphist, n.hylomorphic, adj.See also: Philosophy