build

make by combining materials and parts

give form to, according to a plan

“build a modern nation”

improve the cleansing action of

“build detergents”

order, supervise, or finance the construction of

“The government is building new schools in this state”

build or establish something abstract

“build a reputation”

constitution of the human body

bolster or strengthen

“build up confidence”

form or accumulate steadily

“Pressure is building up at the Indian-Pakistani border”

alternative names for the body of a human being

be engaged in building

“These architects build in interesting and new styles”

develop and grow

“Suspense was building right from the beginning of the opera”

found or ground

“build a defense on nothing but the accused person's reputation”