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

The builders wanted more of the chocolates for their efforts, and the owners wanted to keep as many as possible for themselves. —Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026

Researchers speculate that the builders may have been strangers to the area—possibly migrants from what is now Latvia, whose low rampart structures are similar to this one—who found themselves in conflict with local communities. —Anne Doran, ARTnews.com, 8 Apr. 2026

Carrier, a prominent builder in western central Connecticut, has been enthusiastic about the market. —Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2026

The new product promises to offer PC builders a way to create both a powerful gaming rig and an elite workstation in a single unit using a 16-core chip compatible with AM5 motherboards. —Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 8 Apr. 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