Definition of Buildup

1. Noun. The act of building up an accumulation. "A military buildup in preparation for the invasion"

Generic synonyms: Accrual, Accruement, Accumulation
Specialized synonyms: Deposit, Deposition
Derivative terms: Build Up

2. Noun. The result of the process of accumulation. "The buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes"
Generic synonyms: Accretion, Accumulation

3. Noun. Highly favorable publicity and praise. "His letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup"

Definition of Buildup

1. an accumulation [n -S] - See also: accumulation

Lexicographical Neighbors of Buildup

builders
building
buildings
building block
building code
building codes
building complex
building department
building material
building permit
building site
building society
building supply house
building supply store
builds
buildup (current term)
buildups
build in
build on
build up
build upon
built
built(a)
built(p)
built-in
built-in bed
built-soap powder
built-up
built in bed
buirdlier

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