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buildup

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈbɪldˌʌp/ · UK /ˈbɪldʌp/

buildup means: An increase in the amount or strength of something over time.

noun

GRADUAL INCREASEB2

An increase in the amount or strength of something over time.

  • There was a buildup of snow outside.
  • Regular cleaning prevents grease buildup in the kitchen.
  • A gradual buildup of tension made everyone nervous.

How to use it: buildup of something (A buildup of dust blocked the fan.)

Similar words: accumulation, increase

Opposites: decrease

Common phrases: buildup of something, pressure buildup, gradual buildup

TOOTH REPAIRC2

A repair that adds material inside a damaged tooth to support a crown.

  • The tooth needs a core buildup.
  • Her dentist completed the buildup before fitting a crown.
  • A composite buildup restored the damaged tooth’s shape.

Similar words: core restoration

Common phrases: core buildup, composite buildup, tooth buildup

Questions about buildup

What does buildup mean?

An increase in the amount or strength of something over time.

What is buildup in other languages?

Türkçe: birikme · Español: acumulación · Français: accumulation · Deutsch: Ansammlung · Italiano: accumulo · 日本語: 蓄積

How do you pronounce buildup?

In American English /ˈbɪldˌʌp/; in British English /ˈbɪldʌp/.

How do you use buildup in a sentence?

There was a buildup of snow outside. Regular cleaning prevents grease buildup in the kitchen.

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