1 C1 idiomatic slang
(Dated AmE slang) To produce or hand over something, especially as a demand.
"Okay, make with the answers — we've been waiting long enough."
inseparable
make with
C1 slang inseparable transitive
(Dated/slang) To produce, provide, or start doing something, often used as an impatient demand.
In plain English
Hurry up and give me something or start doing something.
What does "make with" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
(Dated AmE slang) To start doing something, used as a humorous or impatient command.
"Make with the dancing — the party's already started!"
inseparable
Usage tip
Associated with 1940s–1950s American slang. Rarely used in modern speech except for humorous or retro effect. Usually appears as an imperative.
Words that pair with "make with"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
food money answers information the goods
How to conjugate "make with"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
make with
I/you/we/they
3rd person
makes with
he/she/it
Past simple
made with
yesterday
Past participle
made with
have + pp
-ing form
making with
continuous
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