abuilding
|a-build-ing|
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/əˈbɪldɪŋ/
under construction
Etymology
Etymology Information
'abuilding' originates from Middle English, specifically the prefix 'a-' meaning 'in the process of' and 'building' meaning 'constructing'.
Historical Evolution
'abuilding' changed from the Middle English phrase 'a building' and eventually became the modern English word 'abuilding'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in the process of constructing', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in the process of being built or under construction.
The new library is abuilding and will be completed next year.
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Last updated: 2025/04/09 07:51