R.I.B.A.
abbreviation
Royal Institute of British Architects.
R.I.B.A.
Americanabbreviation
RIBA
1
British
abbreviation
riba
2
British
/ ˈriːbə /
noun
Etymology
Origin of riba
C21: from Arabic al-Riba , literally: to excess or increase
Example Sentences
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That all creates an "aspirational living environment" that stands "in stark contrast to the institutional atmosphere often associated with older people's housing", Riba said.
From BBC • Oct. 16, 2025
Riba described Lokko as a "renaissance figure", and its president Muyiwa Oki called her "a visionary agent of change".
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2024
Riba has given the award for the UK's best new buildings since 1996.
From BBC • Oct. 19, 2023
That is part of why she is the player she is, and why coach Pere Riba talks about what a good listener and learner Gauff is.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2023
Why, he would die in a minute for Ansa and Riba.
From The High Calling by Sheldon, Charles Monroe
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