Definition of Maeup

An item's composition.
To understand how a nuclear reactor works, we must first look at its makeup.
Cosmetics.
She is wearling a lot of makeup.

make up

to compensate, fill in or catch up
He can make up the time next week.
I got sick the day of the test, but the instructor allowed me to make it up the following week.
to invent, imagine, or concoct (a story, claim, etc.)
If you don't know the answer, don't make one up.
to assemble, or mix
I can make up a batch of stew in a few minutes, but it will take a two hours to cook.
to apply cosmetics or makeup
We can leave as soon as she gets dressed and makes up her face.
to resolve, forgive or smooth over an argument or fight
They fight a lot, but they always manage to make up.
(also Kiss and make up)

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