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

Having a builder who prioritized communication and transparency eliminated much of the uncertainty that often accompanies large home projects. —Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026

The central carbon-fiber chassis or spine comes from one of four different builders (Oreca, Dallara, Multimatic, Ligier), and all LMDh cars must use the same transmission, hybrid motor, and hybrid battery. —Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026

There was some speculation on Wall Street that the construction pause in Wyoming may have been a signal that data center builders were rethinking capacity needs or having issues with financing. —Tobias Burns, CNBC, 12 June 2026

Airstream uses its floor rails a little differently than the typical builder but in a way that appears as smart and effective as any design out there. —New Atlas, 12 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English bilder, buyldere, from bilden, buylden "to build entry 1" + -er, -ere -er entry 2

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