Build
/bɪld/
Definitions
- (v.) To construct by putting parts or materials together.
They plan to build a new courthouse downtown.
- (n.) The structure that has been built, especially a house or other edifice.
The historic building was renovated last year.
Forms
- building
- builde
- builds
- built
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Commentary
As a verb, 'build' emphasizes the process of construction; as a noun, 'building' refers to the completed structure.
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