Erect ( verb , adjective )

(As a verb)

Erect ( verb )

1. To build or set up a structure or object, especially by raising it from a foundation or base.
2. To cause to rise up or stand up, especially to a vertical position.

Origin:

From latin erectus, past participle of erigere ("to raise, set up"), from e- ("out") + regere ("to guide, direc.t")

Examples:

1. They erected a new building on the site.
2. He erected a fence around his property.
3. The workers are erecting a tent for the festival.
4. He stood up, erecting his tall frame to its full height.
5. The animal's hackles were erected in response to the perceived threat.

(As an adjective)

Erect ( adjective )

1. To build or set up a structure or object, especially by raising it from a foundation or base.
2. To cause to rise up or stand up, especially to a vertical position.

Origin:

From latin erectus, past participle of erigere ("to raise, set up"), from e- ("out") + regere ("to guide, direc.t")

Examples:

1. They erected a new building on the site.
2. He erected a fence around his property.
3. The workers are erecting a tent for the festival.
4. He stood up, erecting his tall frame to its full height.
5. The animal's hackles were erected in response to the perceived threat.