Architecture
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɑː.kɪˌtɛk.t͡ʃə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Architecture is a noun meaning Any particular style of building design.
Meaning
Any particular style of building design.
More Meanings
- Construction, in a more general sense; frame or structure; workmanship.
- A unifying structure.
- (computing) A family of CPUs sharing a common instruction set and having partial or full compatibility with software built on each other.
- (computing) A specific model of a microchip or CPU.
- The structure and design of a system or product.
- The art and science of designing and managing the construction of buildings and other structures, particularly if they are well proportioned and decorated.
Example Sentences
The architecture throughout NYC is amazing.
the architecture of grasses, plants, and trees
The Intel architectures have more software written for them.
The architecture of the company's billing system is designed to support its business goals.
Word Forms
- architectures
Synonyms for architecture
Depending on context, synonyms include structure.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include structure, architectural, arch, edifice, framework, construction.
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