homebuilding

[ hohm-bil-ding ]

noun

1. the designing or constructing of houses.

adjective

1. of, relating to, or associated with homebuilding:

   the homebuilding industry.

Word History and Origins

Origin of homebuilding¹

First recorded in 1815–25; home + building

Example Sentences

The program has been in place for over 50 years, and has failed to ever spur homebuilding, as the Los Angeles Times detailed in an investigation five years ago.

From Voice of San Diego

Around a third of respondents also said they believe that 3D printing is the future of homebuilding and will eventually come to replace more traditional methods.

From Time

His homebuilding goals took an early hit when state regulators said the city under the former mayor broke the law by not offering the Sports Arena to affordable housing developers before inking a redevelopment deal.

From Voice of San Diego

This is the beginning of a true paradigm shift in homebuilding.

From Singularity Hub 

Suddenly, increased homebuilding was a central goal of the ascendant Democratic coalition.

From Voice of San Diego

In May, Carley returned to Flagstaff to take up with earnest inspiration the labors of homebuilding in a primitive land.

From Project Gutenberg