verb “build”
infinitive build; he builds; past tense built; past part. built; ger. building
- to make a building or similar structure
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They plan to build a new bridge across the river.
- to create something by putting parts together
My son built a toy plane all by himself.
- to develop something according to a plan or process (e.g. a career)
She is building her career step by step.
- to increase or strengthen something gradually (e.g. muscle)
Regular exercise helps to build muscle and improve health.
- to establish a basis for something (e.g. a relationship)
Trust is important to build a strong relationship.
- (computing) to compile source code into a software program
The developers are building the latest version of the application.
- (computing, of source code) to compile successfully
The program won't build because there are syntax errors.
noun “build”
singular build, plural builds
- the shape and size of a person's body; physique
He has an athletic build and enjoys playing basketball.
- (computing) a version of a software product being developed or tested
The new build of the software includes several bug fixes.
- (gaming, slang) a particular arrangement of a player's skills or items
She optimized her character's build to maximize damage in the game.
- the time spent constructing something with blocks or bricks
The children had a fun build with the new Lego set.