hyle; prime matter
A rare philosophical term from Aristotelian thought, referring to the underlying material substrate or prime matter. Used in academic contexts; the cross-referenced term 質料 is more common in Japanese philosophy.
from Ancient Greek
See also: 質料
In Aristotle's philosophy, hyle is a concept paired with form.
この論文ではヒュレーと質料が同じ意味で使われている。
In this paper, hyle and 質料 are used interchangeably.