Makeup
(noun)
- Cosmetics applied to the face and body to improve or change one's appearance.
- The combination of things that make up something; the components of a whole.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from make up, from make in the sense of 'constitute' + up.
Examples:
- She applied her makeup carefully before going to the party.
- The makeup of the team was diverse, with players from different countries.
- The makeup of the audience was a mix of young and old.
- She changed her makeup to match her outfit.
- He was fascinated by the magic of stage makeup and how it transformed actors.