buildup

(noun)

noun

1. the act of building up an accumulation

- I envied his rapid buildup of assets

- a military buildup in preparation for the invasion

Definition categories: act, accrual, accruement, accumulation

2. the result of the process of accumulation

- the buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes

Definition categories: process, accretion, accumulation

3. highly favorable publicity and praise

- his letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup

Definition categories: communication, packaging, promo, promotion, publicity

Sentences with buildup as a noun:

- Snow buildup on roads makes for hazardous driving.

- A buildup of pressure in the boiler.