architectural

adjective

ar·​chi·​tec·​tur·​al ˌär-kə-ˈtek-chə-rəl How to pronounce architectural (audio)
-ˈtek-shrəl
1
: of or relating to architecture : conforming to the rules of architecture
2
: having or conceived of as having a single unified overall design, form, or structure
architecturally adverb

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Tucked away on a residential street in Southwest Broward County lies a holy structure of architectural grandeur that looks as if it were uprooted straight from India and transplanted to South Florida. Lauren Costantino, Miami Herald, 19 Jan. 2025 By teaching them about architectural design, Williams is showing the men how to apply science, technology, engineering and math in future careers. Lizzie Kane, Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2025 The attention to detail at Park Lane Copenhagen—from the smallest design choices to the grand architectural gestures—is apparent from the moment guests step inside. David Nikel, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025 Most replied not with architectural details, but interactions. Cinelle Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for architectural 

Word History

First Known Use

1718, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of architectural was in 1718

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“Architectural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/architectural. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.

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