Makings

noun

Word Frequency: 0.3

Definitions

1.nounThe act of forming, causing, or constituting; workmanship; construction.

2.nounProcess of growth or development.

"As a child, he didn’t seem like a genius in the making."

3.nounThat which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.

"He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate."

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