Construct meaning in English
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Definition
to construct: to build, to make, to form
Examples
- "Nerdy guy : Tell me, Edward, which type of crystal was used by the Jedi knights to construct their light sabers?"
- "Day 13 : Horatio has constructed a small tent near the ovens, comprised mainly of asparagus and T-Bone steaks."
- "However, the city is seriously considering constructing some offices for civil servants."
Exercise 1
Match the job description to the job title!
I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a .
I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a .
I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a .
I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a .
I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a .
I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a .
Match the job description to the job title!
I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a builder 1.
I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a plumber 2.
I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a painter 3.
I construct and repair houses and other structures such as walls. I am a builder 1.
I work with water and pipes: fixing sinks, taps, showers, etc. I am a plumber 2.
I decorate walls using a strong-smelling liquid. This changes the colour of the walls. I am a painter 3.
1 builder: "Builder" is the best choice here. A "builder" is a construction worker who erects buildings and other structures. Note that the verb "to build" is irregular: build/built/built. The term "builder" is used in the UK. The US equivalent is "construction worker".
1 plumber: Plumbers work with pipes; they don't build houses.
1 painter: Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls.
2 plumber: "Plumber" is the correct answer. A "plumber" is a worker who installs and fixes pipes and equipment relating to the water supply, especially inside the home. If your sink is leaking water on to the floor, you should call a plumber!
2 builder: Builders do not work specifically with water.
2 painter: Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls.
3 painter: This is the right choice here. Painters work with paint: the white or coloured liquid which we use to decorate walls. Example: "The painter painted the walls in my bedroom bright yellow, and now I can't get to sleep at night!".
3 builder: A "builder" is a construction worker who erects buildings and other structures. This isn't the right choice here.
3 plumber: A "plumber" is a worker who installs and fixes pipes and equipment relating to the water supply. This isn't the right choice here.
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