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Definition build-up in British English

build-up noun

[countable] noun
1

a gradual increase in the amount or level of something

Example

The 'greenhouse effect' is caused by the build-up of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Synonyms and related words
uptick increase growth
2

the time before an event when people are talking about it and preparing for it

Example

the build-up to the wedding

Synonyms and related words
preface prelude precursor
3

a description of someone or something in which you make people think they are very good

Example

After such a huge build-up we were disappointed with her new boyfriend.

Synonyms and related words
description story picture
Definition build-up in British English