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Meaning of building in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbɪldɪŋ/

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  1. Noun

    building

    Definitions

    1. a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

    Examples

    • « there was a three-story building on the corner »
    • « it was an imposing edifice »
  2. 2. the act of constructing or building something

    Examples

    • « during the construction we had to take a detour »
    • « his hobby was the building of boats »
  3. 3. the commercial activity involved in constructing buildings

    Examples

    • « their main business is home construction »
    • « workers in the building trades »
  4. 4. the occupants of a building

    Examples

    • « the entire building complained about the noise »

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