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

When it was built, the mall was part of a trend among commercial builders to create mini downtowns for cities that lacked them. —Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026

Andrew Ginsburg is a body builder, comedian, author and more. —Helen I. Bennett, Hartford Courant, 12 Mar. 2026

These signs are considered temporary and are meant to communicate basic project information, such as the builder’s name, contact details, or promotional materials for homes and businesses under development. —Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 12 Mar. 2026

The two Silicon Valley giants are joining HVAC powerhouse Carrier, data center builder Verrus, electrical panel startup Span, and energy distributors Renew Home and Sparkfund, to form a coalition called Utilize. —Jacqueline Munis, Fortune, 12 Mar. 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