make
/meɪk/
verb
- To create, build, or produce something.
- The factory makes car parts.
- She likes to make her own jewelry.
- Can you make a cake for the party?
- To cause something to happen or exist.
- The rain made the roads slippery.
- He made a mess in the kitchen.
- The news made her happy.
- To force or cause someone to do something.
- Don't make me laugh!
- The teacher made the students rewrite the essay.
- My parents made me clean my room.
- To earn or gain (money, a profit, etc.).
- He makes money by selling handmade crafts.
- The company made a million dollars last year.
- She makes a good salary as a nurse.
- To arrive at or reach (a place, time, or decision).
- We need to make the airport by 6 PM.
- She made the decision to move abroad.
- I can't make the meeting tomorrow.
- To perform or carry out (an action).
- He made a promise to help.
- They made an effort to arrive on time.
- She made a phone call to her mother.
noun
- The brand or type of a product, especially a manufactured item.
- They sell several makes of bicycles.
- What make of car do you drive?
- This is a well-known make of smartphone.
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