constructor

Or con·struct·er

[kuhn-struhk-ter]

noun

1. a person or thing that builds.

2. a person or company engaged in the construction business.

3. a person who devises crossword puzzles.

Word History and Origins

Origin of constructor¹

First recorded in 1610–20; construct + -or ²

Example Sentences

Mercedes are second in the constructors' championship with three races remaining this season, starting with this weekend's Las Vegas Grand Prix.

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Elkann's remarks reflect the frustration and disappointment at Ferrari, who came close to becoming constructors' champions last year but have failed to win a grand prix this season.

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"Being faster than them would be nice," he said of Red Bull's main rivals in a three-way scrap for second place in the constructors' championship behind McLaren.

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McLaren have already won the constructors' title for the second consecutive year.

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McLaren clinched their second consecutive constructors' championship in Singapore with six races still to go, but their superlative form of earlier in the season has taken a dip.

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