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structured

American  
[struhk-cherd] / ˈstrʌk tʃərd /

adjective

  1. having and manifesting a clearly defined structure or organization.


structured British  
/ ˈstrʌktʃəd /

adjective

  1. having a distinct physical shape or form, often provided by an internal structure

  2. planned in broad outline; organized

    structured play for preschoolers

  3. having a definite predetermined pattern; rigid

    structured hierarchy

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • nonstructured adjective

Etymology

Origin of structured

First recorded in 1870–75; structure + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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"The structured wraparound care support focuses on good nutrition to support health and increasing physical activity," a spokesperson added.

From BBC

Yet rather than the physical challenges - and the cold - it's the close proximity to colleagues, and structured routine, that can cause the most issues for people, according to Mariella Giancola, BAS' head of HR.

From BBC

His designs created a flattering silhouette, with cinched belts at the waist and structured shoulders heavily peppered across the collection.

From BBC

He wrote: "EMI may now come up for sale. Could actually be of interest to Chinese if structured properly. Also, most certainly great asset to have for P!"

From BBC

The transaction, if pursued, would likely be structured as a tax-free spinoff to shareholders, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal