building

English

/ˈbɪl.dɪŋ/

noun
Definitions
  • (uncountable) The act or process by which something is built; construction.
  • (countable) A closed structure with walls and a roof.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English bildyng affix from English build.

Origin

English

build

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