makings
English
Noun
makings
- plural of making
- (plural only) That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.
- I have bread, mayonnaise, mustard, turkey, and lettuce: all the makings of a sandwich as far as I'm concerned.
- The project has the makings of success: a strong leader, a committed workforce, and a workable plan.
- He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate.