Makings - definition, pronunciation, transcription
Amer.
|ˈmeɪkɪŋz|
Brit.
|ˈmeɪkɪŋz|
noun
- plural form of making
- (plural only) That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.
- (plural only) That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.
I have bread, mayonnaise, mustard, turkey, and lettuce: all the makings of a sandwich as far as I'm concerned.
The project has the makings of success: a strong leader, a committed workforce, and a workable plan.
He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate.
The project has the makings of success: a strong leader, a committed workforce, and a workable plan.
He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate.
Extra examples
He has all the makings of an actor.
His makings were very poor.
...she has all the makings of an excellent leader, but she needs some experience first...
...as a result of her kindliness, several poor families have the makings for a Thanksgiving feast...
He has the makings of a world-class footballer.
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