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Definition of buildout

buildout

/ˈbɪld.aʊt/
Plural:buildouts
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buildout Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The process or state of developing land, commercial real estate, or infrastructure to its maximum capacity or final design specifications.

Example

"The telecommunications company announced that the fiber-optic network buildout would be completed by next autumn."

2

North American The interior construction, finishing, and customization of a commercial space to meet the specific needs of a tenant.

Example

"The landlord agreed to help fund the interior buildout of the new restaurant space before the lease officially began."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The noun is spelled as one word ('buildout') or hyphenated ('build-out'), whereas the corresponding phrasal verb is always written as two separate words ('build out').

• Nearby Words

buildable
builder
building
buildout
buildup
bujumbura
bulawayo

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Buildout. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/buildout
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