Builder

Pronunciation: /ˈbɪldər/

Definitions of builder

noun A company or organization that constructs or repairs buildings

Example Sentences

A1 The builder is constructing a new house in the neighborhood.

A2 My uncle is a skilled builder who can fix anything around the house.

B1 The builder used high-quality materials to ensure the durability of the building.

B2 The builder's attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident in the finished project.

C1 The master builder was able to create a masterpiece of architecture that will stand the test of time.

C2 The renowned builder was commissioned to design and construct a state-of-the-art skyscraper in the city.

Examples of builder in a Sentence

formal The builder constructed a new office building in the city center.

informal The builder is working on a cool new project downtown.

slang That builder dude is always on site, getting things done.

figurative She is the builder of her own destiny, shaping her future with each decision.

Grammatical Forms of builder

• past tense: built
• plural: builders
• comparative: more skilled
• superlative: most skilled
• present tense: build
• future tense: will build
• perfect tense: has built
• continuous tense: is building
• singular: builder
• positive degree: skilled
• infinitive: to build
• gerund: building
• participle: building

Origin and Evolution of builder

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'builder' originated from the Old French word 'buillir' which meant to boil or bubble, referring to the idea of construction as a process of building up or bringing to a boil.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'builder' shifted from its original meaning of someone who boils or bubbles to someone who constructs or builds structures. The word has become widely used in the construction industry to refer to individuals or companies involved in building projects.