building

/'bildiɳ/

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Word: Building

Part of Speech: Noun

Basic Definition: A building is a structure that has a roof and walls and stands in one place. It can be used for different purposes, such as living, working, or storing things.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use the word "building" when talking about places where people live or work, such as homes, offices, schools, and shops.
• It is often used to describe different types of structures based on their height, purpose, or design.

Examples:

1. "There is a tall building in the center of the city."
2. "The building next door is a school."
3. "The entire building complained about the noise from the construction."

Advanced Usage:

• "Building" can also refer to the process of constructing something. For example, "The building of the new bridge will take two years."
• You can discuss different aspects of building, such as architecture, design, or construction techniques.

Word Variants:

• Builder (noun): A person who constructs buildings.
  • Example: "The builder finished the house ahead of schedule."
• Building (verb): The act of constructing something (less common).
  • Example: "He is building a model airplane."

Different Meanings:

• Building (in terms of occupants): Sometimes, "building" can refer to the people who occupy a structure.
  • Example: "The building's residents held a meeting about safety issues."
• Construction Industry: The term can also relate to the industry involved in constructing buildings.
  • Example: "His main business is in the building trades."

Synonyms:

• Structure
• Edifice
• Construction
• Facility

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Building bridges": This phrase means to create relationships or connections between people or groups.

  • Example: "The diplomat was known for building bridges between conflicting nations."

• "Build up": This phrasal verb means to increase or develop something over time.

  • Example: "She worked hard to build up her reputation in the industry."

Summary:

"Building" is a versatile word that describes a physical structure and the process of construction. It can refer to various types of structures, the people who occupy them, and even the construction industry.

Academic

Noun

1. the occupants of a building
   • the entire building complained about the noise
2. the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones
   • their main business is home construction
   • workers in the building trades
3. the act of constructing something
   • during the construction we had to take a detour
   • his hobby was the building of boats
4. a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place
   • there was a three-story building on the corner
   • it was an imposing edifice

Synonyms

• construction
• edifice