erection
Erection (noun) means the act of building or putting something up. Example: “The erection of the new stadium took two years.”
How to use erection
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often used today for the physical act of building something, or for the sexual/anatomical sense.
The building sense is neutral and formal; be aware the anatomical sense is far more common in casual speech, which can cause unintentional double meanings ("the erection of the monument" can sound odd out of context).
Word forms
erections plural
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The _____ of the new stadium took two years.
Etymology
From Latin ērēctiō, built from erigere ("to raise up"), the same root as "erect."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “erection” mean?
The word “erection” means the act of building or putting something up.
How do you pronounce “erection”?
“Erection” is pronounced ih-REHK-shuhn (/ɪˈɹɛkʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “erection” in a sentence?
Here is “erection” used in a sentence: “The erection of the new stadium took two years.”
What is another word for “erection”?
Words with a similar meaning to “erection” include lead in one's pencil, tentigo and tumescence.
What part of speech is “erection”?
“Erection” is a noun.
Where does the word “erection” come from?
The word “erection” comes from Latin. From Latin ērēctiō, built from erigere ("to raise up"), the same root as "erect.".
Is “erection” a common word?
“Erection” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “erection” have?
“Erection” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of building or putting something up.