architecture · noun U /ˈɑː.kɪ.tek.tʃər/Full view
architecture (STYLE)
B1 the design and style of buildings
Dictionary examples:

Roman architecture

modern architecture

Learner example:

There are beautiful places like Merarejonban, which is outstanding in its architecture. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Farsi)

architecture (SUBJECT)
B1 the skill of designing buildings
Dictionary example:

He studied architecture.

Learner example:

I want to study architecture in the U.K. but English is a problem, so I need spend a lot of time learn[ing] it. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Chinese)

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