make up
/ˌmeɪk ˈʌp/verb
High School
1
To constitute, to compose.
2
To constitute the components of a whole.
3
To compensate for (a deficiency, defect, etc.); to supply (something missing).
4
To compensate (for).
5
To invent, to imagine, to concoct
6
To invent or fabricate (a story, claim, etc.).
7
To compile or draw up (a list, document, etc.).
8
To put together (a substance, material, garment, medicine, etc.) into a specific form; to assemble.
9
To prepare (someone) for a theatrical performance by means of costume, cosmetics, etc.
10
To apply cosmetics.
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