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Makeup is defined as how something is put together, or cosmetics.

(noun)

An example of makeup is the structure of a person's genes.
An example of makeup is lipstick.

The definition of makeup is forgiving.

(adjective)

An example of makeup used as an adjective is in the sentence, "Give your friend a makeup handshake," which means to give your friend a handshake to show that the fight is over.

See makeup in Webster's New World College Dictionary

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noun

the way in which something is put together; composition; construction
nature; disposition; constitution: to have a stolid makeup
1. the way in which an actor is made up for a role, as with a costume, wig, greasepaint, powder, etc.
2. the costumes, wigs, greasepaint, etc. so used
1. cosmetics generally; rouge, lipstick, mascara, etc.
2. the way in which these are applied or worn
the arrangement of type, illustrations, etc. in a book, newspaper, page, etc.
☆ Informal a special test that a student takes to make up for a test missed or failed

adjective

of or for making up

See makeup in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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noun

The way in which something is composed or arranged; composition or construction.
Printing The arrangement or composition, as of type or illustrations, on a page or in a book.
The qualities or temperament that constitute a personality; disposition: Lying is not in her makeup.
Cosmetics applied especially to the face.
Materials, such as cosmetics and costumes, that an actor or actress uses in portraying a role.
A special examination for a student who has been absent from or has failed a previous examination.

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