A corrupt builder neglecting finish can be picked up (7)
I believe the answer is:
audible
'up' is the definition.
Both the definition and answer are adjectives. Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?
I don't understand the remainder of the clue.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for audible that I've seen before include "that one can catch" , "Able to be heard" , "not to be missed?" , "Bail due (anag.)" , "Loud enough to be heard" .)