Pronunciation: /bɪld/
noun a structure or the process of constructing a structure
A1 I want to build a sandcastle at the beach.
A2 The children used blocks to build a tower.
B1 The company plans to start construction on a new building next year.
B2 The architect presented the design for the new build to the client.
C1 The city council approved the build of a new shopping center in the downtown area.
C2 The build of the new bridge was completed ahead of schedule.
verb to construct or make something by putting parts or materials together
A1 I build sandcastles at the beach.
A2 She wants to build a birdhouse in the backyard.
B1 The company plans to build a new office building next year.
B2 The architect was hired to build a modern skyscraper in the city center.
C1 The government is investing in infrastructure to build a better future for the country.
C2 The construction company was awarded the contract to build a new bridge connecting the two cities.
formal The construction company plans to build a new office building next year.
informal Let's build a sandcastle at the beach!
slang I'm gonna build a sick gaming setup in my room.
figurative We need to build trust with our customers before launching the new product.
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