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, sentiment among the nation’s single-family builders fell in July, according to another report released Thursday from the National Association of Home Builders. — Diana Olick, CNBC, 16 July 2026

Cheaper new homes New homes are now cheaper than existing ones for the first time in decades, as builders cut prices and offer incentives while resale owners keep asking too much. — Diane Brady, Fortune, 16 July 2026

During construction, Wright insisted that his design would perform, but on-site builders were less convinced and added more structural steel to the concrete slabs without the architect’s knowledge. — Elizabeth Fazzare, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026

Epperley says this is not an overnight fix and implementation of the various new laws will depend on the speed of builders, lenders, and homebuyers. — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 July 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