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makings

n. 1 (plural of making English) 2 (context plurale tantum English) That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.

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makings

  1. n. 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" [syn: qualification]

  2. the components needed for making or doing something; "the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake"

Usage examples of "makings".

I saw the makings of a great adventurer in him, but I thought his luxury would prove the weak point in his cuirass.

But she was bemused and a little distracted, with the makings of a smile on her lips.