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British pronunciation/mˈe‌ɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈmeɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "make"

to make
[past form: made]
01

to form, produce, or prepare something, by putting parts together or by combining materials

Transitive: to make sth
to make definition and meaning
1.1

to compose, formulate, or prepare something abstract or written

1.2

to prepare or cook something

to make definition and meaning
02

to lead to a certain outcome, whether intentionally or unintentionally

Transitive: to make an outcome
to make definition and meaning
2.1

to cause someone or something to display or possess a specific quality, emotion, or state

2.2

to contribute significantly to the completeness or success of someone or something

2.3

to force someone or something to do something

to make definition and meaning
2.4

to choose or appoint someone to a specific position or role

2.5

to represent someone or something in a particular way

03

to gain or earn money, as by doing business

Transitive: to make a sum of money
to make definition and meaning
04

to arrive at a place or event

Transitive: to make a place
to make definition and meaning
05

(dummy verb) to perform an action that is specified by a noun

Transitive: to make sth
06

to suit the requirements or characteristics of something particular

Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sb/sth | to make sb/sth [adj]
Linking Verb: to make sb/sth
07

to add up to a specific quantity or total

Linking Verb: to make a quantity or total
7.1

to guess or calculate a specific value or result

08

to try to persuade a particular person to consent to have sexual intercourse with one

Transitive: to make sb
09

(in bridge, whist, or other similar card games) to successfully fulfill their contract by taking the required number of tricks

Transitive: to make a contract
10

to achieve a specific score or result in a sports game

Transitive: to make a score or result
11

to succeed in reaching a particular status, position, or achievement

Transitive: to make a position or rank
12

to count to a particular total

Linking Verb: to make a particular total
13

to perform or act in a movie, play, or similar production

Transitive: to make a movie or similar production
14

to cause someone do something particular

Ditransitive: to make sb do sth
15

to produce a visible effect by breaking, tearing, hitting, or removing material

Transitive: to make a mark or cut in sth | to make a mark or cut on sth
16

to turn into a particular type of person or thing

Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth [adj] | to make sth sth
Transitive: to make sth
17

to feature in a publication or news coverage

Transitive: to make a publication or news coverage
18

(in sports) to successfully accomplish a specific action

Transitive: to make sth
19

to form or constitute a pair or group with a particular characteristic or quality

Transitive: to make a pair or group
20

to appear to start an action

Transitive: to make to do sth
21

to act or behave in a particular manner

Transitive: to make to do sth
22

to decide specific arrangement or time

Ditransitive: to make an activity or event a particular time
23

to cause something or someone to be changed in a specified way

Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth sth
24

to mix up a deck of cards thoroughly before dealing them in a card game

Transitive: to make a deck of cards
25

to change or shape something to transform it into something else

Transitive: to make sth
26

to act like something or someone

Transitive: to make sb/sth | to make like sb/sth
27

to consider someone or something in a particular way

Complex Transitive: to make sb/sth as sb/sth | to make sb/sth into sb/sth
28

to translate a text from one language into another

Complex Transitive: to make sth [adj]
Old useOld use
29

to close doors, windows, or entrances

Transitive: to make an entrance
30

(of the tide) to start coming in or going out

Intransitive
Make
01

the act of mixing cards haphazardly

make definition and meaning
02

the manufacturer or brand of a vehicle

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Example
The students will make a model of the solar system for the science fair.
The factory workers make thousands of cars every month.
The carpenter can make custom furniture based on your design preferences.
By connecting the wires, you make the circuit and allow electricity to flow.
Make a rustic mushroom pizza with chanterelles and fresh herbs.
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