build · verb I or T /bɪld/
Word family
Nouns: build, builder, building
Verbs: build, rebuild
build
A2 to make something by putting materials and parts together
Dictionary examples:
They're building new houses by the river.
These old houses are built of stone.
Contractors have started building on waste land near the town.
Learner example:
It was built in 1880. (Key English Test; A2; Chinese)
build (sth) up or build up (sth)
C1 to increase or develop, or to make something increase or develop
Dictionary examples:
This will help to build up his confidence.
She exercises daily to build up her strength
Learner example:
What might take a long time to build up could be ruined in a very short time. (Certificate in Advanced English; C1; Swedish)
