constructor

Variant of construct

construct definition

con·struct (kən strukt′; for n. kän′strukt′)

transitive verb

  1. to build, form, or devise by fitting parts or elements together systematically
  2. Geom. to draw (a figure) so as to meet the specified requirements

Etymology: < L constructus, pp. of construere < com-, together + struere, to pile up, build: see strew

noun

  1. something built or put together systematically
    1. an idea or perception resulting from a synthesis of sense impressions, etc.
    2. a concept or theory devised to integrate in an orderly way the diverse data on a phenomenon
      also logical construct

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