Building Definition & Meaning
building
- noun
- a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place; "there was a three-story building on the corner"; "it was an imposing edifice"
- the act of constructing something; "during the construction we had to take a detour"; "his hobby was the building of boats"
- the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones; "their main business is home construction"; "workers in the building trades"
- the occupants of a building; "the entire building complained about the noise"
"Building" in song lyrics
See how building is used in real songs:
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"What I really need to know is how to hit this building"
7L & Esoteric — Terrorist's Cell -
"The Grandaddy Flow is in the building"
9th Prince f/ Akir, AR.Change.L — Top Secret -
"there was pigs all in the building"
Aceyalone — B-Boy Kingdom
Words that rhyme with building
Usage tips for "building"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "building" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for building to find words that pair well.