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build (EN)
verb, noun

verb “build”

infinitive build; he builds; past tense built; past part. built; ger. building
  1. to make a building or similar structure
    They plan to build a new bridge across the river.
  2. to create something by putting parts together
    My son built a toy plane all by himself.
  3. to develop something according to a plan or process (e.g. a career)
    She is building her career step by step.
  4. to increase or strengthen something gradually (e.g. muscle)
    Regular exercise helps to build muscle and improve health.
  5. to establish a basis for something (e.g. a relationship)
    Trust is important to build a strong relationship.
  6. (computing) to compile source code into a software program
    The developers are building the latest version of the application.
  7. (computing, of source code) to compile successfully
    The program won't build because there are syntax errors.

noun “build”

singular build, plural builds
  1. the shape and size of a person's body; physique
    He has an athletic build and enjoys playing basketball.
  2. (computing) a version of a software product being developed or tested
    The new build of the software includes several bug fixes.
  3. (gaming, slang) a particular arrangement of a player's skills or items
    She optimized her character's build to maximize damage in the game.
  4. the time spent constructing something with blocks or bricks
    The children had a fun build with the new Lego set.