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build

/bɪld/

noun

Meaning

  • The physique of a human body; constitution or structure of a human body.

    "Rugby players are of sturdy build."

  • Any of various versions of a software product as it is being developed for release to users.

    "The computer company has introduced a new prototype build to beta testers."

  • Any structure, such as a building, statue, pool or forest, created by the player.

    "I made a build that looked like the Parthenon in that game."

verb

Meaning

  • To form (something) by combining materials or parts.

  • To develop or give form to (something) according to a plan or process.

  • To increase or strengthen (something) by adding gradually to.

  • To establish a basis for (something).

  • To form by combining materials or parts.

  • To develop in magnitude or extent.

  • To construct (software) by compiling its source code.

  • (of source code) To be converted into software by compilation, usually with minimal human intervention.

    "This code won't build any more. Have you made any changes?"

Synonyms

create,
base,
found,
ground,
construct,
erect,
build up,
enlarge,
increase,
strengthen