Pronunciation

/build/

Definitions

Noun

A build, often referred to as a construction or assembly, can be:

1. The act of constructing or putting together: “The team is working on building a new bridge.”
2. The result of such construction: “The final build of the software is almost complete.”
3. In gaming or software development, a specific version or iteration: “He downloaded the latest build from the repository.”

Verb

To build (v):

1. To construct or assemble something: “We are going to build a house from scratch.”
2. To develop or create something, especially software or applications: “The developers are constantly building new features for the app.”
3. To increase or accumulate: “She is building her savings for a future purchase.”

Adjective

• Built: Describing something that has been constructed or assembled: “The built-in shelves provide ample storage.”
• Building: In progress or under development: “The building project is still in its early stages.”

Adverb

• Built-in: Referring to something that is an integral part of something else: “The car has a built-in GPS system.”

Phrases

• “Build up” means to grow or develop gradually.
• “Start from the ground up” implies creating something from scratch.
• “Build on” suggests enhancing or expanding upon something already existing.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The construction workers were busy building a fence around the garden.”
• Verb: “The architect worked tirelessly to build a sustainable home.”
• Adjective: “The newly-built apartment complex is impressive.”
• Adverb: “The company’s success was largely due to their focus on building long-term relationships.”

Synonyms

• Erect
• Construct
• Assemble
• Create
• Develop
• Establish
• Found
• Structure