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build

2 noun
     
build2 [singular,uncountable]
the shape and size of someone's bodyCOLLOCATIONS COLLOCATIONS
slim/slender build slight build (=a body shape that looks thin) stocky/sturdy build (=a body shape that looks broad and heavy) muscular build medium/average build strong build athletic build
a woman of slim build
You're a surprisingly strong swimmer for one of such a slight build.
I wanted a more athletic and muscular build.
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