on the make

from The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48

Make \Make\, n.
   Structure, texture, constitution of parts; construction;
   shape; form.
   [1913 Webster]

         It our perfection of so frail a make
         As every plot can undermine and shake?   --Dryden.
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   {On the make},
   (a) bent upon making great profits; greedy of gain. [Low, U.
       S.]
   (b) seeking higher social status or a higher employment
       position.
   (c) seeking a sexual partner; looking for sexual adventure.
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