Pronunciation: /meɪk aʊt/
noun a session of kissing and caressing
A1 I saw a couple making out in the park.
A2 Teenagers often sneak off to make out in secluded spots.
B1 The make out session between the two characters was intense and passionate.
B2 The movie had a steamy make out scene that left viewers on the edge of their seats.
C1 The make out scene in the novel was described in vivid detail, leaving little to the imagination.
C2 The actors had to rehearse the make out scene several times to get it just right for the film.
verb to engage in kissing and caressing with someone
A1 I can't make out what you're saying.
A2 She tried to make out the blurry writing on the sign.
B1 The detective was able to make out the suspect in the dark alley.
B2 It was difficult to make out the details of the painting in the dimly lit room.
C1 The scientist was able to make out the faint outline of the new species through the microscope.
C2 Despite the fog, the pilot was able to make out the runway and land the plane safely.
adverb in a way that is exaggerated or not entirely true
A1 I can't make out what he is saying.
A2 She tried to make out the blurry writing on the sign.
B1 The detective was able to make out the suspect in the dark alley.
B2 Despite the fog, the lighthouse beam could still make out the ships approaching.
C1 The scientist could make out the faint outline of a new species in the microscope.
C2 Even in the dim light, she could make out the intricate details of the painting.
formal The couple was caught making out in the park.
informal Did you see them making out at the party last night?
slang They were totally making out in the backseat of the car.
figurative The artist's use of color and texture makes the painting really make out.
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