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Definition of Build on
1. Verb. Be based on; of theories and claims, for example. "What's this new evidence based on?"
Generic synonyms: Depend On, Depend Upon, Devolve On, Hinge On, Hinge Upon, Ride, Turn On
Specialized synonyms: Owe
Definition of Build on
1. Verb. (transitive) to add additional components to a previously constructed framework or device so that additional or improved functionality is obtained or created ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Lexicographical Neighbors of Build On
Literary usage of Build on
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Look at Tomorrow's Tactical Air Forces by Lane Pierrot, Jo A. Vines, Shaun Black (1997)
"Option IIA: build on Existing Development Efforts One obvious way to modernize
future forces would be to build on existing development efforts. ..."
2. History of Civilization in England by Henry Thomas Buckle (1883)
"Soon, however, they became bolder ; they began to build on their own account ;
and, in 1719, the first vessel belonging to Greenock sailed for America.114 ..."
3. The Records of the Honorable Society of Lincoln's Inn: The Black Books by James Douglas Walker, Lincoln's Inn (London, England) (1899)
"Mr Weedon's proposal to build on the east side of the garden shall be further
considered. fo. 148. Council held on May 3rd, 1706. Ten Benchers present. ..."
4. A History of the Parish of Trinity Church in the City of New York by Morgan Dix, John Adams Dix, Leicester Crosby Lewis, Charles Thorley Bridgeman, Clifford P. Morehouse (1906)
"... Organists—Application for Permission to build on St. Paul's Churchyard
Refused—Death of Dr. Ogilby—Destruction by Fire of St. Thomas's Church— Friendly ..."
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