Making (Noun)
Meaning 1
(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something; "the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The DIY instructions detailed the makings for a birdhouse, including nails, twine, and a wooden plank.
- The recipe listed all the makings for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner, from the turkey to the pumpkin pie.
- After reviewing the blueprint, it was clear that we had all the makings for a successful construction project.
- To assemble the model airplane, you will need all the makings specified in the box, including glue, scissors, and paint.
- The store sold prepackaged makings for arts and crafts, allowing kids to create jewelry and decorate picture frames.
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Meaning 2
An attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something; "her qualifications for the job are excellent"; "one of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree"; "she has the makings of fine musician".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 3
The act that results in something coming to be; "the devising of plans"; "the fashioning of pots and pans"; "the making of measurements"; "it was already in the making".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The art of the play lies in its making, the delicate balance of script, acting, and direction.
- Her company was known for the making of beautiful handcrafted furniture that lasted for generations.
- The making of a movie requires the coordination of many different elements, from writing and acting to filming and editing.
- The discovery was a significant moment in the making of the country's scientific history.
- It took several months of careful planning and execution to bring the festival into making.