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architecture (EN)
noun

noun “architecture”

singular architecture, plural architectures or uncountable
  1. the art and practice of designing and constructing buildings
    He studied architecture at university to become an architect.
  2. a particular style or method of building design
    The city is known for its Gothic architecture.
  3. the structure or organization of something complex
    Enterprise architecture is the department responsible for designing the managerial structure of the company.
  4. (in computing) the design and structure of computer systems or software
    This software has a modular architecture that makes it easy to update.