Meaning of the word make-up in English
What does make-up mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
make-up
US /ˈmeɪk.ʌp/
UK /ˈmeɪk.ʌp/
Noun
1.
cosmetics applied to the face to improve or change one's appearance
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She spent an hour putting on her make-up.
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He doesn't like women who wear too much make-up.
2.
the way in which the parts of something are put together to form a whole; composition
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The genetic make-up of the organism.
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The demographic make-up of the city has changed significantly.
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