make down
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To rain or snow; to precipitate.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Boy, is it really making down! And those flakes are the kind I used to think the fairies used for cushions when I was a little kid. It won't take long to pile up several inches of that stuff. I hope it quits soon so we can go out to the trail this afternoon.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To make ready or prepare (a bed).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “make down” mean?
To rain or snow; to precipitate.
Is “make down” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.