makeup

/ˈmeɪkʌp/
noun
  1. Cosmetics applied to the face to enhance or change appearance.
    • The store sells a wide variety of makeup and skincare products.
    • He bought some makeup for the school play.
    • She put on makeup before going to the party.
  2. The composition or nature of something; the way something is put together.
    • The makeup of the team includes players from five different countries.
    • Scientists studied the chemical makeup of the rock.
    • The genetic makeup of an organism determines many of its traits.
  3. The arrangement of type, images, or elements on a page or screen.
    • She studied the makeup of the magazine layout.
    • The makeup of the newspaper page was carefully designed.
    • The graphic designer adjusted the makeup of the advertisement.
  4. A test or assignment given to a student who missed the original one.
    • She completed a makeup assignment to improve her grade.
    • He had to take a makeup exam because he was sick.
    • The teacher scheduled a makeup for the missed quiz.
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