architectural

adjective

ar·​chi·​tec·​tur·​al ˌär-kə-ˈtek-chə-rəl How to pronounce architectural (audio)
-ˈtek-shrəl
1
: of or relating to architecture : conforming to the rules of architecture
2
: having or conceived of as having a single unified overall design, form, or structure
architecturally adverb

Examples of architectural in a Sentence

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The house on Palm Street has just such architectural flourishes. Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026 The idea centers on using 3D architectural innovation to deliver gains similar to higher transistor density, offering a potential route around some of the constraints imposed by advanced-node restrictions. Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026 The partnership highlights the growing potential of Poltrona Frau’s Custom Interiors unit and its leadership in developing furniture that integrates into high-profile cultural and architectural projects. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 And now Jacopo—who is on the business rather than creative side—is one of five partners steering the architectural studio into the next era, with global hotel, retail and residential projects from Sicily to Shanghai. Zoë Dare Hall, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for architectural

Word History

First Known Use

1718, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of architectural was in 1718

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“Architectural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/architectural. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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