Dictionary Check: built

"built" is a valid word!

Scrabble 7 points
Words with Friends 10 points

Definition

adjective

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness

Example: "the built liquid detergents"
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verb

make by combining materials and parts

Example: "this little pig made his house out of straw"
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verb

form or accumulate steadily

Example: "Resistance to the manager's plan built up quickly"
verb

build or establish something abstract

Example: "build a reputation"
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verb

improve the cleansing action of

Example: "build detergents"
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verb

order, supervise, or finance the construction of

Example: "The government is building new schools in this state"
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