Construct: meaning, definitions and examples

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construct

[ kənˈstrʌkt ]

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building

To build or create something by putting parts or material together.

Synonyms

assemble, build, erect

Examples of usage

He constructed a new house in the neighborhood.
The team constructed a bridge to connect the two islands.
We need to construct a plan for the project.

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idea

To form a theory or idea by putting different elements together.

Synonyms

create, develop, formulate

Examples of usage

She constructed an elaborate explanation for the phenomenon.
The author constructed a compelling argument in his book.

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grammar

A word or phrase that is formed by combining individual elements.

Synonyms

combination, composition, structure

Examples of usage

In the sentence, 'The big red apple,' 'big red' is a construct.

Translations

Translations of the word "construct" in other languages:

🇵🇹 construir

🇮🇳 निर्माण करना (nirmāṇ karanā)

🇩🇪 bauen

🇮🇩 membangun

🇺🇦 будувати

🇵🇱 budować

🇯🇵 構築する (こうちくする, kōchiku suru)

🇫🇷 construire

🇪🇸 construir

🇹🇷 inşa etmek

🇰🇷 건설하다 (geonseolhada)

🇸🇦 بناء (binā')

🇨🇿 stavět

🇸🇰 stavať

🇨🇳 建造 (jiànzào)

🇸🇮 graditi

🇮🇸 byggja

🇰🇿 құру (qūru)

🇬🇪 აშენება (asheneba)

🇦🇿 inşa etmək

🇲🇽 construir

Word origin

The word 'construct' originated from the Latin word 'constructus,' which means 'built' or 'assembled.' It entered the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, 'construct' has evolved to represent not only physical building but also the formation of ideas and concepts through careful assembly. Today, 'construct' is widely used in various fields such as construction, engineering, and linguistics.