Definition of "make do" in English

Verb

1. To survive, get by (with), or use whatever is available (due to lack of resources).

   • There is barely enough money, so we will have to make do with what we have.

2. To put into action.

   • Make the movie do! (Put on the movie!)
   • Brandon’s makin’ the grill do so we can get to eatin’.

3. To use for one's purpose something worn, defective, or intended for another purpose.