builder

noun

build·​er ˈbil-dər 

1

: one that builds

especially : one that contracts to build and supervises building operations

2

: a substance added to or used with detergents to increase their cleansing action

Examples of builder in a Sentence

The architect discussed her plans with the builder and the contractor.

We will have to get the builders to repair the wall.

The army is said to be a character builder.

The experience was a real confidence builder.

Recent Examples on the Web

But cooperation between the builders of Aegis destroyers takes the alliance to a higher level. —Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 8 Apr. 2025

One giant got distracted by a wandering minstrel One giant overslept and started late Clues: Brumm is not the fastest builder but didn’t oversleep. —Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 10 Apr. 2025

The seven-bedroom, 11-bath abode is a new build from Surround Architecture and builder Tom Stanko. —Tori Latham, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2025

The number of inductees has since grown to nearly 400 players and almost 40 builders since its launch. —Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing builder

• world builder

Rhymes for builder

• gilder
• guilder
• bewilder
• shipbuilder

Kids Definition

builder

noun

build·​er ˈbil-dər 

: one that builds

especially : a person whose business is the construction of buildings