plural of building block

The geological processes, such as tectonic plate movement and volcanic activity, by which mountains are formed.

(of a house) Supplied in kit form, for construction by the owner.

A residential building containing multiple apartments or flats.

(US) A building constructed around a frame of timbers / (US) A similar building in which metal poles are used instead of timbers

(Britain, Australia, banking) A type of financial institution which traditionally was based on lending money (as mortgages) to society members to buy houses, from other members pooled savings and/or money borrowed wholesale.

The most important building of a group of buildings (e.g. in a school/university).

(literally) A component that is part of a larger construction, such as a brick or a stone.

(political science) Unifying the people or peoples within a state so that it remains politically stable and viable in the long run.

A mandatory set of rules on building design, construction, testing, inspection, and maintenance to protect public health, safety, and welfare.