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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An architectural model of the Zara Hadid–designed 2012 Aquatics Center in London and one of the earliest surviving examples of a two-piece swimsuit, first coined a bikini in 1946, will also be on show. George Nelson For Artnews, Robb Report, 12 Dec. 2024 With a rich history dating back thousands of years, Istanbul is chock-full of architectural marvels. Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024 But starting in 2019, the property underwent an extensive renovation, helmed by Iconic Luxury Hotels and architectural firm Cooper Carry. Lilah Ramzi, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 Due to property's varied slope, the building's height would not exceed 85 feet, or five stories not including lower levels, according to the architectural plans. Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 11 Dec. 2024 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 21 Dec. 2024.

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