definition of
constitute

[1] #1 constitute v. [represent, make up, comprise, be] 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 h. wn

[2] #2 constitute v. [appoint, name, nominate] create and charge with a task or function; "nominate a committee". wn

[3] #3 constitute v. [form, make] to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting"; "The branches made a roof"; "This makes a fine introduction". wn

[4] #4 constitute v. [establish, found, plant, institute] set up or lay the groundwork for; "establish a new department". wn