constitute

verb

1. 1

   set up or lay the groundwork for

   establish a new department

2. 2

   create and charge with a task or function

   nominate a committee

3. 3

   form or compose

   This money is my only income

   The stone wall was the backdrop for the performance

4. 4

   to compose or represent:"This wall forms the background of the stage setting"

   The branches made a roof

   This makes a fine introduction