Make-do Definition

mākdo͝o

noun

A substitute for something unobtainable at the time; a makeshift.

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verb

(intransitive, idiomatic, informal) To survive, get by with, or use whatever is available (due to lack of resources)

There is barely enough money, so we will have to make do with what we have.

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(informal) To put into action.

Make the movie do! (Put on the movie!)

Brandon’s makin’ the grill do so we can get to eatin’.

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(informal) To use for one's purpose something worn, defective, or intended for another purpose.

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