ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
Etymology: make up
1.
a. : the way in which the parts or ingredients of something are put together : composition
chemical makeup of a cleaning fluid
the present makeup of the cabinet favors big business
b. : innate character or personality : physical, mental, and moral constitution
defeat was attributed to certain defects in the national makeup
2. : an invented story : fiction , lie
came down here to … try and show that the blessed miracle was a makeup — G.B.Shaw
3.
a. : the act or the operation of making up
a compositor working on makeup
b. : the arrangement of printed matter
a book in attractive makeup and binding
c. : reprinted or replacement matter
4.
a. : cosmetics (as lipstick, face powder, mascara, eye shadow) used to color and beautify the face or the features
evening makeup
also : a cosmetic applied to other parts of the body
leg makeup for a tanned appearance
b. : the total of cosmetics, wigs, facial and body padding, and other items often strongly applied or emphasized for projection beyond bright lighting that give an actor or actress the appearance of the character being portrayed ; also : a similar application of cosmetics for persons appearing on television or making other public appearances
c. : the act or process of applying cosmetics
classes in makeup for models
d. : the appearance resulting from applying cosmetics
her makeup had a natural look
5.
a. : compensation , replacement ; specifically : material added in a manufacturing process to replace material that has been used up
a daily makeup of fresh acid
b. : the screw thread at the end of a pipe for the attachment of fittings
6. : a special examination in which a student may make up for absence or failure at a regular examination