built
pronunciation
How to pronounce built in British English:
UK [bɪlt]
How to pronounce built in American English:
US [bɪlt]
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- Adjective:
- (used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness
- formed by fitting or joining components together
- well or attractively formed with respect to physique
Word Origin
- built (adj.)
- 1560s, "constructed, erected," past participle adjective from build (v.). Meaning "physically well-developed" is by 1940s (well-built in reference to a woman is from 1871); Built-in (adj.) is from 1898.
Example
- 1. He built a big operation in bangalore .
- 2. Japan also built a vibrant solar market .
- 3. His identity is built around his prowess .
- 4. Only a few have built respected brands .
- 5. Why can 't google built a social networking product that resonates with consumers ?