Definitions of construct:

• noun:   an abstract or general idea inferred or derived from specific instances
• verb:   draw with suitable instruments and under specified conditions

  Example: "Construct an equilateral triangle"

• verb:   make by combining materials and parts

  Example: "Some eccentric constructed an electric brassiere warmer"

• verb:   create by organizing and linking ideas, arguments, or concepts

  Example: "Construct a proof"

• verb:   create by linking linguistic units

  Example: "Construct a sentence"

• verb:   reassemble mentally

  Example: "Reconstruct the events of 20 years ago"

• verb:   put together out of components or parts