architecture

Everyday

1. Architecture is the art and work of designing buildings. tree →
2. Architecture is the style of buildings in a place or time, such as Gothic or Roman architecture. tree →
3. (computers) The architecture of a computer or program is the way its parts are planned and put together. tree →

In the lessons

Used in art, history and design lessons (Roman arches, Gothic cathedrals, Victorian houses, skyscrapers), in computing, and in jobs (an architect designs buildings).

Examples

• She wants to study architecture and design houses. tree →
• Gothic architecture has tall pointed windows. tree →
• We looked at the architecture of our town on a walk. tree →
• Sydney Opera House is famous modern architecture. tree →
• Ancient Roman architecture used arches and domes. tree →
• The computer's architecture lets it do many tasks at once. tree →
• The architecture of the castle made it hard to attack. tree →
• The architecture was imposing, and in the interior the rooms were handsome and furnished in the best possible taste. tree →

Note

Pronounced AR-ki-tek-cher; «ch» sounds like «k». Uncountable. Person: «architect». Adjective: «architectural».