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

For more than a century, Indiana has answered when the country needed builders. — Jeff Danielson, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2026

While developers and builders get to cut corners, residents would lose hundreds of dollars in savings from the lack of efficiency measures and onsite renewable energy. — Tom Nyein, Baltimore Sun, 3 Oct. 2026

In September, 66% of builders reported using sales incentives, up from 63% in August and the highest share since December, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ sentiment survey. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

The all-new 2027 Alite brings back a renowned nameplate in the lineup of American tiny trailer builder Aliner. — New Atlas, 1 Oct. 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