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architectural

American  
[ahr-ki-tek-cher-uhl] / ˌɑr kɪˈtɛk tʃər əl /

adjective

  1. of or relating to architecture.

    architectural metals.

  2. conforming to the basic principles of architecture.

  3. 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

Example Sentences

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“From the moment you arrive, the home’s timeless Texas limestone facade, rich wood beams, and refined architectural detailing create an unmistakable sense of understated luxury,” the listing—which was held by Courtney Oldham of Compass—stated.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Amid the stress of economic collapse, the city built some of its greatest architectural gems: the jaw-dropping Pantages Theatre, the hilltop Griffith Observatory, the grand Union Station and more.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

As Intel’s technical woes grew over the past decade, AMD leaned into architectural breakthroughs and an asset-light manufacturing strategy.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“Gothic by Design: The Dawn of Architectural Draftsmanship,” now on view at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is America’s first large-scale exhibition of Gothic architectural drawings.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

SABIO, MARIA: Provide architectural archives on coordinates 39.605829, -75.718580 from January 1, 1990, to December 31, 1999.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly

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