builder

noun

build·​er ˈbil-dər How to pronounce builder (audio)
1
: one that builds
especially : one that contracts to build and supervises building operations
2
: a substance added to or used with detergents to increase their cleansing action

Examples of builder in a Sentence

The architect discussed her plans with the builder and the contractor. We will have to get the builders to repair the wall. The army is said to be a character builder. The experience was a real confidence builder.
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Instead, the builders moved inland with their plans. Robin Raven, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 There was a tendency in the local scene toward one-upmanship in terms of how many cylinders a builder could wedge into these machines, and at some point Whitelock decided to take the idea to its logical conclusion and end the arms race once and for all. New Atlas, 4 Nov. 2024 Unlike the builder’s bespoke superyacht series, Simply Custom all have the same 262-foot lengths, but with one-of-a-kind interiors from some of the world’s most famous yacht designers, including Espen Øino, Lobanov Design, and Nuvolari Lenard. Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024 My 6-year-old son has built four different Lego flower sets over the past couple of years — all recommended for adult builders — and had no trouble with any of them. Clint Davis, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for builder 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of builder was in the 14th century

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“Builder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/builder. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

builder

noun
build·​er ˈbil-dər How to pronounce builder (audio)
: one that builds
especially : a person whose business is the construction of buildings
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