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erect

 

[ ɪˈrɛkt ]

Verb / Adjective
Context #1 | Verb

construction

To build, construct, or establish something in an upright position.

Synonyms

build, construct, establish, raise

Examples of usage

  • The workers were instructed to erect the scaffolding before starting the construction work.
  • They decided to erect a monument in memory of the fallen soldiers.
Context #2 | Verb

physiological

To cause a part of the body to become rigid and upright.

Synonyms

perk up, raise, stiffen

Examples of usage

  • The dog erected its ears when it heard a noise outside.
  • The cat erected its fur in response to feeling threatened.
Context #3 | Adjective

physiological

Of a bodily organ or part stiff and rigid.

Synonyms

rigid, stiff, upright

Examples of usage

  • He experienced an erect posture while standing straight.
  • The erect hairs on his arm indicated his surprise.

Translations

Translations of the word "erect" in other languages:

🇵🇹 erigir

🇮🇳 सीधा करना

🇩🇪 errichten

🇮🇩 mendirikan

🇺🇦 зводити

🇵🇱 wznosić

🇯🇵 建てる (たてる)

🇫🇷 ériger

🇪🇸 erigir

🇹🇷 dikmek

🇰🇷 세우다

🇸🇦 ينصب

🇨🇿 vztyčit

🇸🇰 vztyčiť

🇨🇳 竖立 (shùlì)

🇸🇮 postaviti

🇮🇸 reisa

🇰🇿 тұрғызу

🇬🇪 აღდგომა

🇦🇿 qaldırmaq

🇲🇽 erigir

Word origin

The word 'erect' originated from the Latin word 'erigere', meaning 'to raise up' or 'to set up'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century with the same meaning of 'to build or construct'. Over time, the word has also been associated with the physiological sense of being stiff or rigid, expanding its usage in various contexts.

See also: erectly, erectness.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,150 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.