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.
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of architectural
First recorded in 1755–65; architecture + -al 1
Example Sentences
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His architecture exhibited a self-assured fluency first honed at the Architectural Assn. in London, then from stints with giants in the profession such as Kevin Roche, I.M.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026
He named it Avalon after the storybook world of King Arthur, he told Architectural Digest in 2004.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
Architectural landmarks and art, including mosaics, frescoes and sculptures, have been rapidly demolished.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Hackman told Architectural Digest that he had quickly fallen in love with Santa Fe, describing the area as having “a kind of magic in it.”
From MarketWatch • Jan. 19, 2026
If you have any plan to improve your house, even if it’s just planting a new tree, you have to have it approved beforehand by the Architectural Committee.
From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor
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