structure

Meanings

• noun

  A large and complex building, or a complex system, organization, or design.

  - "The Colosseum is an ancient structure in Rome."
  - "The organization has a well-defined structure."
  - "The new bridge is a marvel of modern engineering and a significant structural achievement."

• noun

  The arrangement of words or parts of words in a sentence or phrase.

  - "The structure of this sentence is clear and easy to follow."
  - "The structure of the poem reflects the poet's intended meaning."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈstɹʌktʃɚ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

configuration , makeup , formation , formation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with structure
structure , mature , lature , nature , superstructure , intrique , utility

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Variants

List of all variants of structure that leads to same result
structure , structureless , structurelessness , structurelessnesses , structures , structured , structuring , crumb structure , crumb structures , data structure , data structures , deep structure , deep structures , fine structural , fine structure , fine structures , power structure , power structures , surface structure , surface structures , play structure , pre-structure , pre-structured , pre-structures , pre-structuring , prestructure , prestructured , prestructures , prestructuring

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'estructure', from Latin 'structura', 'a building, an edifice, a construct'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The largest structure in the world is the Great Wall of China, which is over 13,000 miles long.

2. The tallest structure in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, which is over 2,700 feet tall.

3. The smallest structure in the world is the Nano House in Japan, which is only 6.6 square feet in size.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Architecture: The art and science of designing and building structures.

2. Engineering: The application of science, mathematics, and technology to design, build, and maintain structures.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Structures have been a significant part of human civilization since ancient times. They have been used to house people, protect them from the elements, and serve as symbols of power and wealth. In literature, structures are often used metaphorically to represent complex systems or organizations.

How to Memorize "structure"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large building or complex system when you see or hear the word 'structure'.
   - Visualize the arrangement of parts in a sentence when you see or hear the word 'structure' in a linguistic context.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'structure' with the idea of a well-designed and organized system or building.
   - Think of the word 'structure' as a foundation or framework that supports something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym S.T.R.U.C.T.U.R.E. to remember the different parts of a sentence: Subject, Tense, Verb, Understanding, Reasoning, and Evidence.

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