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build

/bɪld/ noun C2
  1. The physique of a human or animal body, or other object; constitution or structure. (countable, uncountable) · Rugby players are of sturdy build.
  2. Any of various versions of a software product as it is being developed for release to users. (countable) · The computer company has introduced a new prototype build to beta testers.
  3. The process or period of constructing a physical object. (countable) · This new Lego set was a very nice build.
  4. A structure, such as a building, statue, pool or forest created by the player. (countable, slang) · I made a build that looked like the Parthenon in that game.
  5. A configuration of a character's items or skills created by the player. (countable, slang) · I made a build centered around attack speed.

Plural builds

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Leave me a small supply of biscuit, a gun, powder, and balls, to kill the kids or defend myself at need, and a pickaxe, that I may build a shelter if you delay in coming back for me.”
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 252 · C1
I would not care how poor he was if I could help him build his way up.
Six stories from The Four Million, p. 33 · C1
Diana and I are going to build a playhouse in Mr.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 85 · C1
WHAT are you able to build with your blocks?
A Child's Garden of Verses, p. 17 · C1

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