bill of materials
nounA bill of materials is a list that shows all the parts and materials needed to build something.
The engineer checked the bill of materials to make sure every screw and wire was ordered.
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2. In cooking, a bill of materials can mean the full list of ingredients and supplies needed to prepare a dish or menu.
The chef wrote a bill of materials for the new dessert so the kitchen staff could stock up.
3. In construction, it refers to the detailed schedule of materials required for a building project.
The contractor submitted a bill of materials before the foundation work began.
4. In software or game development, it can mean a list of assets and resources needed to build a product.
The developer updated the bill of materials to include the new sound files.