erecting Definition
to build or construct something, especially a building, wall, or other structure.
Using erecting: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "erecting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The company is erecting a new office building downtown.
Example
They are erecting a fence around the property.
Example
The workers were busy erecting scaffolding for the construction project.
erecting Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for erecting
- building
- constructing
- raising
- putting up
- setting up
Phrases with erecting
erect a monument
to build or create a monument in honor of someone or something
Example
The city decided to erect a monument in memory of the fallen soldiers.
erect a statue
to build or create a statue in honor of someone or something
Example
The town council voted to erect a statue of the town's founder in the town square.
erect a tent
to set up a tent for shelter or camping purposes
Example
We spent the afternoon erecting our tent and getting our campsite ready.
Summary: erecting in Brief
The verb 'erecting' [ɪˈrektɪŋ] means to build or construct something, especially a building, wall, or other structure. It can be used in phrases like 'erect a monument' or 'erect a tent.'
