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GERMAN · A WORD WITH POSSIBILITIES

verbauen.

to block (with buildings, etc.)

8 characters2 syllables approx.Deutsch language

Meaning & usage

verb/fɛʁˈbaʊ̯ən/
  1. to block (with buildings, etc.)

    transitive · weak
  2. to use, consume, spend (for a construction)

    transitive · weak
  3. to build in a displeasing or incorrect way (as in building an ugly house, etc.)

    derogatory · transitive · weak
  4. to construct on, upon

    transitive · weak
Where this word comes from

ver- + bauen

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