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Definition erect in British English

erect verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪˈrekt/
1

to build something such as a statue or bridge

Example

A memorial to her was erected after her death.

Synonyms and related words
build erect put together
1.1

to put something such as a fence in an upright position

Example

Police erected barriers around the crime scene.

Synonyms and related words
build erect put together
1.2

to put the parts of something together so that it stands upright

Example

Mike and Lee were trying to erect the tent.

Synonyms and related words
build erect put together
2

to create a system or theory

Example

The previous administration had erected a complex system of trade barriers.

Synonyms and related words
catalyze bring about trigger
Definition erect in British English