Definitions for built

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Spelling: [bilt]

IPA: /bɪlt/

Built is a 5 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 7 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 10 points.

You can make 51 anagrams from letters in built (biltu).

Definitions for built

noun

1. the physical structure, especially of a person; physique; figure:
2. the manner or form of construction:
3. Computers. a version of a program after compilation, typically an update to an existing version made before the program is released. the process of producing a software build. a new version or update of data in a database or on a website:
4. Masonry. a vertical joint. the vertical dimension of a stone laid on its bed.

verb

1. simple past tense and past participle of build.

adjective

1. Informal. of sound or sturdy construction: having a good physique or figure:
2. Nautical. noting any member or part of a vessel assembled from pieces:

Verb phrases

1. build in/into, to build or incorporate as part of something else:
2. build up, to develop or increase: to strengthen. to prepare in stages. to fill in with houses; develop into an urban area. to praise or flatter.

verb (used with object)

1. to construct (especially something complex) by assembling and joining parts or materials:
2. to establish, increase, or strengthen (often followed by up):
3. to mold, form, or create:
4. to base; found:
5. Games. to make (words) from letters. to assemble (cards) according to number, suit, etc., as in melding.

verb (used without object)

1. to engage in the art, practice, or business of building.
2. to form or construct a plan, system of thought, etc. (usually followed by on or upon):
3. to increase or develop toward a maximum, as of intensity, tempo, or magnitude (often followed by up):

Origin of built

before 1150; Middle English bilden, Old English byldan, derivative of bold, variant of botl dwelling, house

Examples for built

His life as a man is built around health insurance and tax services.

In fact, a large portion of the whole book was built on that anecdote.

Denton, who speaks in the clipped cadence of the Oxford-educated Brit he is, has built quite a castle.

They carved a refuge out of the wilderness and then, in 200 years, built it into the most powerful nation on earth.

According to a military spokesperson, Boko Haram had built a “female wing” in its command structure.

They were built upon high cliffs and rumor had it that no enemy could take them.

The house had been built only three years, and was the show-place of the village.

Traditions and instructions helped me in that they built the ship in which I was to put to sea.

We are all in favor of having it built as promptly as possible.

Marvin hops over the edge of his retaining wall, which he built.