Definition of buildup
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: something produced by building up
fluid buildup in the lungs
2
: the act or process of building up
build up
verb
built up; building up; builds up
Definition of build up (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to develop gradually by increments
building up endurance built up a library
2
: to promote the health, strength, esteem, or reputation of
: to accumulate or develop appreciably
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The first known use of buildup was in 1555
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