Meaning of the word makings in English

What does makings mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

makings

US /ˈmeɪ·kɪŋz/

the necessary characteristics that make something able to be or become something:

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I think the plan has (all) the makings of a disaster (= is likely to be one).

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