English Explanatory Dictionary

buildup

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An accumulation; an increase; a gradual development.
  2. The construction of a composite core to repair a damaged tooth.

Pronunciation

/ˈbɪldʌp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-buildup.wav

Word forms

buildup buildups build-up

Etymology

Deverbal from build up.

Antonyms

teardown

Related words

buildout
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