architectural
Americanadjective
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of or relating to architecture.
architectural metals.
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conforming to the basic principles of architecture.
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having the qualities of architecture; characteristic of architecture; structural; architectonic.
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Origin of architectural
First recorded in 1755–65; architecture + -al 1
Example Sentences
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Pope Leo’s visit this week will mark a milestone for an architectural wonder whose wild popularity grates on some locals.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Over time, Miller built it into an architectural wonderland filled with art and antiques gathered in the U.S. and Europe.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
They’re ubiquitous across the Western world — an architectural infection spurred by capitalism’ need for generic efficiency borne of economies of scale.
From Salon • Jun. 8, 2026
"No one would have thought we could live here again," said the architectural engineer.
From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026
Modern drawings of ancient cities tend to show them at an imagined apogee, the great monuments all splendidly arrayed together, perfect as architectural models.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
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