Shape; build; form of structure; as, the built of a ship.

Formed; shaped; constructed; made; -- often used in composition and preceded by the word denoting the form; as, frigate-built, clipper-built, etc.

formed by fitting or joining components together

(used of soaps or cleaning agents) having a substance (an abrasive or filler) added to increase effectiveness; "the built liquid detergents"

Refers to the actual exterior dimensions of a building on a lot. Today, city zoning regulations impose tough restrictions on how large a new building may be built on a lot.