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to construct
01
to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.
Transitive: to construct sth
Examples
Engineers and construction workers collaborated to construct a sturdy and safe bridge.
02
to create geometric figures or shapes using specific tools and following specific guidelines
Transitive: to construct geometric figures
Examples
The students were asked to construct a line segment of 5 centimeters in length using a ruler and compass.
03
to create something by organizing and combining ideas or components in a logical and coherent way
Transitive: to construct a plan or idea
Examples
The author constructed a compelling narrative by carefully weaving together multiple plotlines and character arcs.
04
to form sentences or phrases according to the rules and structures of a particular language
Transitive: to construct sentences or phrases
Examples
The linguist constructed a complex sentence to demonstrate the use of subordinate clauses.
Construct
01
an abstract idea or concept formed by generalizing from particular instances
Examples
The notion of justice is a social construct.
02
an object intentionally made or assembled for a practical purpose
Examples
The engineers examined the new bridge construct.
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