Make-up (Noun)
Meaning 1
An event that is substituted for a previously cancelled event; "he missed the test and had to take a makeup"; "the two teams played a makeup one week later".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 2
Cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change your appearance.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Synonyms
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Hyponyms
- Blackface
- Lipstick
- Face Powder
- Eyebrow Pencil
- Eyeliner
- Rouge
- Kohl
- Lip-gloss
- Mascara
- Greasepaint
- Eyeshadow
- Blusher
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Meaning 3
The way in which someone or something is composed.
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The human body is a complex entity with a make-up that is composed of numerous systems that work together.
- Her stubborn personality is part of her natural make-up, which makes her very persistent.
- The school's diverse student make-up allows for a unique blend of cultures and backgrounds.
- Understanding the geological make-up of the earth's surface helps geologists to better study and explain its behavior.
- Researching the company's corporate make-up helps job applicants determine its work culture.