Word
rebuilding
Phoneticsre·build·ing
US/ɹiˈbɪɫdɪŋ/
UK/ɹɪbˈɪldɪŋ/
Definitions
01physical reconstruction
n. the act of building a house, bridge, or city again after it was destroyed.
n. the physical reconstruction of a structure or area following damage or demolition.
“The rebuilding of the city took many years after the earthquake.”
“Following the devastating floods, the government prioritised the rebuilding of essential infrastructure to restore transport links to the isolated northern provinces.”
Usage
often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general process.
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02metaphorical improvement
n. the process of making something like a team, a friendship, or a reputation strong again.
n. the metaphorical restoration or systematic improvement of an abstract concept, such as a sports team, a personal relationship, or an economy.
“The coach said the team is in a period of rebuilding this season.”
“The new CEO embarked on a complete rebuilding of the company's public image after the recent scandal damaged consumer trust.”
Teaching tip
Commonly used in sports contexts when a team is replacing older players with younger ones.
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