| Noun | 1. | makings - an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something; "her qualifications for the job are excellent"; "one of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree"; "she has the makings of fine musician" Synonyms: qualification |
| 2. | makings - the components needed for making or doing something; "the recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake" |