builder

noun build·er \ˈbil-dər\

: a person or company that builds or repairs things (such as houses, ships, bridges, etc.)

: something that helps to develop or increase something

Full Definition of BUILDER

: one that builds; especially : one that contracts to build and supervises building operations

: a substance added to or used with detergents to increase their cleansing action

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13th century

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noun build·er \ˈbil-dər\

: a person whose business is the construction of buildings

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