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

The large openings instead provide builders using standard-design motherboards extra room to run their cables cleanly behind the board. —PCMAG, 21 Apr. 2024

Lastly, Daniel Miller reports on the California food truck builder who allegedly took nearly $1 million from victims. —Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing builder

• world builder

Kids Definition

builder

noun

build·​er ˈbil-dər 

: one that builds

especially : a person whose business is the construction of buildings