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

More than 150,000 gather among the most renowned names in the kite world, from top flyers to designers, builders, and manufacturers, showing off their most impressive high-flying skills. —Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2024

The Italian builder, one of seven brands owned by yachting behemoth Ferretti Group, invited 60 international clients and two journalists to travel from Paris to Venice aboard the legendary train for the debut of the new 127-footer. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 15 May 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