English dictionary
construct
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Formed by, or relating to, construction, interpretation, or inference.
Source: webster1913
noun
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an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
Antonyms misconceptionSource: WordNet 3.0
verb
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make by combining materials and parts
ExamplesSome eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer.
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put together out of artificial or natural components or parts
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draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions
ExamplesConstruct an equilateral triangle.
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create by linking linguistic units
ExamplesConstruct a sentence.
Construct a paragraph.
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create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts
ExamplesConstruct a proof.
Construct an argument.
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reassemble mentally
ExamplesReconstruct the events of 20 years ago.
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To put together the constituent parts of (something) in their proper place and order; to build; to form; to make; as, to <i>construct</i> an edifice.
Source: webster1913