Construction is a general term meaning the art and science to form objects, systems, or organizations, and comes from Latin constructio (from com- "together" and struere "to pile up") and Old French construction. To construct is the verb: the act of building, and the noun is construction: how something is built, the nature of its structure. 

Construction is the process of building or assembling infrastructure. It encompasses a wide range of activities, from the initial planning and design stages to the actual physical work of building and assembling, and finally, the maintenance and repair of the completed structure. Construction projects can vary greatly in size and complexity, ranging from small home renovations to large-scale infrastructure projects like bridges, highways, and skyscrapers.

Here's a breakdown of key aspects of construction:

• Planning and Design: This stage involves defining the project's goals, creating blueprints, obtaining necessary permits, and developing a budget and timeline.
• Construction Phase: This is the physical building process, which can involve site preparation, foundation work, framing, electrical, plumbing, and finishing.
• Types of Construction: Construction can be broadly categorized into:
• Residential: Building or renovating homes and apartments.
• Commercial: Constructing buildings for businesses, such as offices, retail stores, and restaurants.
• Industrial: Building facilities for manufacturing, production, and warehousing.
• Infrastructure: Creating public works projects like roads, bridges, tunnels, and utilities.
• Project Delivery Methods: There are various approaches to managing a construction project, including:
• Design-Bid-Build: The owner hires a designer, then solicits bids from contractors to build the designed project.
• Design-Build: The owner contracts with a single entity that provides both design and construction services.
• Construction Management: A construction manager oversees the project on behalf of the owner, coordinating designers and contractors.

Construction plays a vital role in economic development and provides the infrastructure necessary for modern society to function.