architecture
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings, or the overall structure of something.
Usage notes
In computing, "architecture" also describes how a system's components are organized, a separate but related sense.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The city is known for its mix of medieval and modern _____."
Answer: architecture
In your own words, what does "architecture" mean?
The art and practice of designing and constructing buildings, or the overall structure of something.
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