Definition of "build" in inglés

verb

1. (transitive) To form (something) by combining materials or parts.

2. (transitive) To develop or give form to (something) according to a plan or process.

3. (transitive) To increase or strengthen (something) by adding gradually to.

4. (transitive) To establish a basis for (something).

5. (intransitive) To form by combining materials or parts.

6. (intransitive) To develop in magnitude or extent.

7. (transitive, computing) To construct (software) by compiling its source code.

8. (intransitive, computing, of source code) To be converted into software by compilation, usually with minimal human intervention.

   • This code won’t build any more. Have you made any changes?

noun

1. (countable, uncountable) The physique of a human or animal body, or other object; constitution or structure.

   • Rugby players are of sturdy build.

2. (computing, countable) Any of various versions of a software product as it is being developed for release to users.

   • The computer company has introduced a new prototype build to beta testers.

3. (countable) The process or period of constructing a physical object.

   • This new Lego set was a very nice build.

4. (gaming, slang, countable) A structure, such as a building, statue, pool or forest created by the player.

   • I made a build that looked like the Parthenon in that game.

5. (gaming, slang, countable) A configuration of a character's items or skills created by the player.

   • I made a build centered around attack speed.