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to construct
01
to build a house, bridge, machine, etc.
Transitive: to construct sth
Example
Engineers and construction workers collaborated to construct a sturdy and safe bridge.
The company is planning to construct a new office building to accommodate its growing workforce.
02
to create geometric figures or shapes using specific tools and following specific guidelines
Transitive: to construct geometric figures
Example
The students were asked to construct a line segment of 5 centimeters in length using a ruler and compass.
Using the given points, he was able to construct an equilateral triangle with sides measuring 6 inches each.
03
to create something by organizing and combining ideas or components in a logical and coherent way
Transitive: to construct a plan or idea
Example
The author constructed a compelling narrative by carefully weaving together multiple plotlines and character arcs.
The teacher constructed a comprehensive lesson plan, incorporating interactive activities and multimedia resources.
04
to form sentences or phrases according to the rules and structures of a particular language
Transitive: to construct sentences or phrases
Example
The linguist constructed a complex sentence to demonstrate the use of subordinate clauses.
The teacher instructed students to construct sentences using a variety of sentence structures.
Construct
01
an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
