under-building

un·der-build·ing

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Definitions of under-building word

verb with object under-building to construct (especially something complex) by assembling and joining parts or materials: to build a house. 1
verb with object under-building to establish, increase, or strengthen (often followed by up): to build a business; to build up one's hopes. 1
verb with object under-building to mold, form, or create: to build boys into men. 1
verb with object under-building to base; found: a relationship built on trust. 1
verb with object under-building Games. to make (words) from letters. to assemble (cards) according to number, suit, etc., as in melding. 1
verb without object under-building to engage in the art, practice, or business of building. 1

before 1150

One of the 7% oldest English words

before 1150; Middle English bilden, Old English byldan, derivative of bold, variant of botl dwelling, house

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 92% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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