Making: meaning, definitions and examples

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making

 

[ ˈmeɪkɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in the process

The action or process of producing something.

Synonyms

creation, manufacture, production

Examples of usage

  • the making of a cake
  • the making of a decision
Context #2 | Noun

future success

The potential to succeed in a particular field or activity.

Synonyms

future star, potential, prospect

Examples of usage

  • she showed great promise and was clearly on the making
  • he is a player in the making
Context #3 | Noun

money earned

The total sum of money earned.

Synonyms

earnings, income, salary

Examples of usage

  • he was paid a good making for his work
  • her annual making increased significantly
Context #4 | Verb

creating

Form (something) by putting parts together or combining substances.

Synonyms

construct, create, produce

Examples of usage

  • she was making a dress
  • they are making improvements to the house

Translations

Translations of the word "making" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fazendo

🇮🇳 बना रहा है

🇩🇪 machen

🇮🇩 membuat

🇺🇦 виготовлення

🇵🇱 robienie

🇯🇵 作ること

🇫🇷 faire

🇪🇸 haciendo

🇹🇷 yapma

🇰🇷 만들기

🇸🇦 صنع

🇨🇿 vytváření

🇸🇰 vytváranie

🇨🇳 制作

🇸🇮 ustvarjanje

🇮🇸 að gera

🇰🇿 жасау

🇬🇪 შექმნა

🇦🇿 etmək

🇲🇽 haciendo

Etymology

The word 'making' comes from the Middle English 'maken', which has roots in Old English. It has been used in English for centuries to describe the act of creating or forming something. Over time, its usage has evolved to encompass a wide range of meanings, from the physical act of producing something to the potential for success in a particular endeavor. 'Making' is a versatile word that continues to be an essential part of the English language.

See also: make, makeover, maker, makeup, remake.

Word Frequency Rank

With position #246, this word is vital for basic English fluency. It appears very frequently in everyday language and should be among the first words you learn and actively use.