1. buildup(n = noun.act) Array - the act of building up an accumulation; "I envied his rapid buildup of assets"; "a military buildup in preparation for the invasion"
is a kind of accrual, accruement, accumulation
has particulars: deposit, deposition
Derived form verb build up1
2. buildup(n = noun.process) Array - the result of the process of accumulation; "the buildup of leaves blocked the drain pipes"
is a kind of accretion, accumulation
3. buildup(n = noun.communication) Array - highly favorable publicity and praise; "his letter of recommendation gave her a terrific buildup"
is a kind of packaging, promotion, promotional material, publicity
1. the act of building up an accumulation. [WordNet 1.5]
2. the events, such as advertising or publicity, causing increased interest in some coming event. [PJC]