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build·ing

building

 
pronunciation:
bIl dIng
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: a large structure built for people to live in or do things in. Houses, schools, stores, and offices are buildings.
 
synonyms:
structure
similar words:
construction, dwelling, facility, house, residence
definition 2: the act or job of making such structures.
Building on the new addition will continue until the end of the summer.
synonyms:
construction
similar words:
architecture, creation
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some kinds of buildings
some parts of buildings
some people associated with buildings
some places for buildings
some things that compose buildings
some tools used in making buildings