building

noun

1. a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

   noun.artifact

   Examples

   There was a three-story building on the corner.

   Synonyms edifice

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. the act of constructing something

   noun.act

   Examples

   His hobby was the building of boats.

   Synonyms construction

   Source: WordNet 3.0

3. the commercial activity involved in repairing old structures or constructing new ones

   noun.act

   Examples

   Workers in the building trades.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. the occupants of a building

   noun.group

   Examples

   The entire building complained about the noise.

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. The act of constructing, erecting, or establishing.

   noun

   Source: webster1913