makings

noun

1. (form-of, plural)plural of making
2. (plural, plural-only)That which is needed for something: necessary ingredients.

   “I have bread, mayonnaise, mustard, turkey, and lettuce: all the makings of a sandwich as far as I'm concerned.”

   “The project has the makings of success: a strong leader, a committed workforce, and a workable plan.”

   “He has the makings of a fine leader, and we, the nominating committee, are pleased to present him to the membership as our candidate.”

   “Add a little sugar, honeysuckle and / A great, big expression of happiness / […] / The joy of children laughing around you / These are the makings of you / It is true, the makings of you”