1. cosmetics applied to enhance or alter appearance
Usage: plural form
2. the composition or constitution of something
Usage: plural form
3. tests or assignments taken to replace missed ones
Usage: plural form; academic context

Examples

• The theater department ordered several different makeups for the production.
• She tried various makeups before finding her preferred brand.
• The chemical makeups of these compounds are quite similar.
• Students must schedule their makeups within two weeks.
• The professor allowed three makeups for the midterm exam.
• Different soil makeups affect plant growth rates.