CEFR B1

erection

noun

Meaning

The process of building or assembling something, especially a structure.

Examples

The erection of the new skyscraper took over two years.
They are planning the erection of a temporary stage for the festival.

Synonyms: construction, assembly, building, fabrication

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erection (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˈrekʃən/

Definition

The process of building or assembling something, especially a structure.

Examples

The erection of the new skyscraper took over two years.
They are planning the erection of a temporary stage for the festival.
The final erection of the scaffolding was completed this morning.

How to Use erection

erection of (prepositional phrase): The act of building or raising something. — "The erection of the new bridge will connect the two towns."

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