form or compose; This money is my only income; The stone wall was the backdrop for the performance; These constitute my entire belonging; The children made up the chorus; This sum represents my entire income for a year; These few men comprise his entire army

[ Syn: represent , make up , comprise , be ]

create and charge with a task or function; nominate a committee

[ Syn: appoint , name , nominate ]

to compose or represent:This wall forms the background of the stage setting; The branches made a roof; This makes a fine introduction

[ Syn: form , make ]

set up or lay the groundwork for; establish a new department

[ Syn: establish , found , plant , institute ]