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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Etymology
Origin of architectural
First recorded in 1755–65; architecture + -al 1
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Though remarkably made, as the lone architectural object the model remains disconnected from the rest of the exhibition.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
Inside, the scale of the home is evident throughout its formal living and entertaining areas, where high ceilings, large windows, and ornate architectural details create an elegant atmosphere.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 12, 2026
Many architectural sources call its style Gothic Revival.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
Even worse is the lack of any architectural differentiation.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026
“Sixty people died building the Twin Towers, architectural marvels that would forever symbolically represent the strength of America and its principles of democracy and capitalism.”
From "Towers Falling" by Jewell Parker Rhodes
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