making
noun(mak-ing)
the act that results in something coming to be
Examples:
The making of measurements.
It was already in the making.
making
noun(mak-ing)
an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something
Examples:
She has the makings of fine musician.
making
noun(mak-ing)
(usually plural) the components needed for making or doing something
Examples:
The recipe listed all the makings for a chocolate cake.