Building: meaning, definitions and examples

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building

[ ˈbɪldɪŋ ]

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construction

A structure with walls and a roof, such as a house, school, or factory, built for a specific purpose.

Synonyms

construction, edifice, structure

Examples of usage

The new building in the city center is a modern office complex.
The construction of the new building will be completed next month.

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development

The act, process, or business of constructing something.

Synonyms

construction, creation, development

Examples of usage

The rapid building of new residential areas is changing the city's landscape.
She is in charge of the building of the new shopping mall.

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physical form

The physical form or appearance of something.

Synonyms

forming, molding, shaping

Examples of usage

The building of her argument was strong and convincing.
His paintings focus on the emotional building of color and texture.

Translations

Translations of the word "building" in other languages:

🇵🇹 edifício

🇮🇳 भवन

🇩🇪 Gebäude

🇮🇩 bangunan

🇺🇦 будівля

🇵🇱 budynek

🇯🇵 建物 (たてもの)

🇫🇷 bâtiment

🇪🇸 edificio

🇹🇷 bina

🇰🇷 건물 (geonmul)

🇸🇦 مبنى

🇨🇿 budova

🇸🇰 budova

🇨🇳 建筑 (jiànzhù)

🇸🇮 zgradba

🇮🇸 bygging

🇰🇿 ғимарат

🇬🇪 შენობა

🇦🇿 bina

🇲🇽 edificio

Word origin

The word 'building' originated from the Old English word 'byldan', which means 'to construct'. The concept of building has been essential to human civilization, as people have been constructing various structures for shelter, work, and worship for thousands of years. From ancient pyramids and temples to modern skyscrapers and bridges, the art and science of building continue to evolve and shape the world around us.