construct

6 definitions • 11 examples

to build something or put together different parts to form something whole:

to construct a new bridge/building

be constructed of The walls are constructed of concrete.

to construct a story/sentence/argument

an idea or theory put together from different elements that may not be proved:

His reputation as an eccentric is largely a media construct.

Marriage is a social construct that is found in most communities and cultures.

to build something made of many parts:

They approved funds to construct a new ferry terminal.

To construct is also to put together different parts to form something new:

to construct a sentence

to construct a new economic theory

to build something large such as a building, road, or bridge:

The group is constructing a $150 million medical school building.

to put the different parts of something together in order to make it:

It's a company which constructs circuit boards for mobile phones.

We aim to construct an investment portfolio which will reflect the investment aims of the client.