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

Meanwhile, the National Association of Home Builders reported builder sentiment fell to its lowest level in a year. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

But as the closing date drew near, the builder told Hwang that its agents could not locate a comprehensive home policy in the standard, regulated insurance market. — Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

Thigpen, whose mother Virginia is a pioneering Davis builder, said each owner treated the house as a historic trust, preserving original fixtures, screens and other pieces for whoever came next. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026

The workflow builder is a visual designer with a left-hand toolbar for adding elements such as triggers and actions to a flowchart. — Dianna Gunn, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 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