makings
Noun
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Noun
- plural form of making
- (plurale tantum) That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.
- I have bread, mayonnaise, mustard, turkey, and lettuce: all the makings of a sandwich as far as I'm concerned.
- The project has the makings of success: a strong leader, a committed workforce, and a workable plan.
- He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate.
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