making
n. uncountablen. the process of creating or producing something. It can also describe the qualities someone needs to become successful in a specific role.
n. the process of manufacturing or creating an object; alternatively, the essential qualities or ingredients required for a particular development. Often used in the plural form to indicate potential or the materials of construction.
The making of the film took three years.
She has all the making of a great leader if she continues to work hard.
The documentary provides a fascinating look into the making of the cathedral, detailing the architectural challenges and the immense labor required over several decades.
From Middle English making, from Old English macung (“making”), equivalent to make + -ing. Cognate with dated Dutch making (“making”), Old High German machunga.
From make + -ing.
Often appears in the phrase 'in the making' to describe something currently developing. When referring to personal qualities, the plural 'makings' is frequently used.
the making of a decisionmaking a decisionWhile 'the making of' works for physical objects or films, use the gerund 'making' without 'the' and 'of' for abstract actions like decisions.