matter-of-fact

adjective

mat·ter-of-fact | \ ˌma-tər-ə(v)-ˈfakt

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: adhering to the unembellished facts also : being plain, straightforward, or unemotional

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Dictionary Entries near matter-of-fact

matter of a syllogism

matter of breviary

matter of course

matter of (individual) conscience

matter of taste

matters/affairs of the heart

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matter-of-fact

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of matter-of-fact

: not showing emotion especially when talking about exciting or upsetting things

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matter-of-fact

adjective

mat·ter-of-fact | \ ˌma-tər-ə-ˈfakt\

Kids Definition of matter-of-fact

: sticking to or concerned with fact and usually not showing emotion He gave a matter-of-fact answer.

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