Main Entry:

make·up

Pronunciation:

\ˈmā-ˌkəp\

Function:

noun

Date:

1821

1 a: the way in which the parts or ingredients of something are put together : composition b: physical, mental, and moral constitution2 a: the operation of making up especially pages for printing b: design or layout of printed matter3 a (1): cosmetics used to color and beautify the face (2): a cosmetic applied to other parts of the body b: materials (as wigs and cosmetics) used in making up or in special costuming (as for a play)4: replacement ; specifically : material added (as in a manufacturing process) to replace material that has been used up <makeup water>5: something that makes up for a previous postponement, omission, failure, or deficiency <a makeup exam>