building
|build/ing|
A2
/ˈbɪldɪŋ/
(build)
construct
Etymology
Etymology Information
'building' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'byldan,' where 'byldan' meant 'to construct or build.'
Historical Evolution
'byldan' changed from the Old English word 'byldan' and eventually became the modern English word 'building'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to construct or build,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a structure with a roof and walls.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a structure with a roof and walls, such as a house, school, or factory.
The new office building is almost complete.
Synonyms
Noun 2
the process or business of constructing something.
The building of the bridge took two years.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35