The difference between Configuration and Makeup
When used as nouns, configuration means form, as depending on the relative disposition of the parts of a thing's shape, whereas makeup means an item's composition.
check bellow for the other definitions of Configuration and Makeup
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Configuration as a noun:
Form, as depending on the relative disposition of the parts of a thing's shape; figure; form factor.
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Configuration as a noun:
Relative position or aspect of the planets; the face of the horoscope, according to the relative positions of the planets at any time.
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Configuration as a noun:
The way things are arranged or put together in order to achieve a result.
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Configuration as a noun (physics, chemistry):
The arrangement of electrons in an atom, molecule, or other physical structure like a crystal.
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Configuration as a noun (algebra):
A finite set of points and lines (and sometimes planes), generally with equal numbers of points per line and equal numbers of lines per point.
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Makeup as a noun (uncountable):
An item's composition.
Examples:
"To understand how a nuclear reactor works, we must first look at its makeup."
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Makeup as a noun (uncountable):
Cosmetics; colorants and other substances applied to the skin to alter its appearance.
Examples:
"She is wearing a lot of makeup."
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Makeup as a noun (manufacturing):
Replacement; material used to make up for the amount that has been used up.
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Makeup as a noun (education):
A test given to students allowing them to repeat failed material.