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terraced


Meanings
  • A type of housing where individual units are arranged in a series of connected terraces, often with gardens or balconies at the front.

    - "The terraced houses in this area are popular with first-time buyers."
    - "The front gardens of the terraced houses in this street are maintained communally by the residents."

Rhymes
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terraced , acceded , ceeded , receded , deceded
Homophones
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  1. Terraced () : A type of housing where individual units are arranged in a series of connected terraces.

  2. Terrace () : A raised area or platform, often paved or grassed, used for various purposes such as gardening, entertaining, or as a building foundation.

  3. Terraces () : A series of raised areas or platforms, often paved or grassed, used for various purposes such as gardening, entertaining, or as a building foundation.

  4. Terrace (English) : A raised area or platform, often paved or grassed, used for various purposes such as gardening, entertaining, or as a building foundation.

  5. Terrace (French) : Un terrassement, une levée de terrain, une promenade aménagée à l'extérieur, servent à diverses finalités, telles que la jardinerie, l'entertainment ou la construction d'un sous-sol.


Variants
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terrace , terraced , terraces , terracing , terraced house
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Terraced housing comes in various forms and architectural styles, depending on the cultural, historical, or geographical context in which it is located. Some common forms of terraced housing include:, {"term"=>"Classical Chinese terraced housing", "description"=>"A traditional form of terraced housing in China, characterized by its symmetrical and harmonious architectural design, often featuring sloping tile roofs, decorative eaves, wooden columns, and whitewashed walls."}, {"term"=>"Japanese terraced housing", "description"=>"A traditional form of terraced housing in Japan, characterized by its simple and functional architectural design, often featuring flat roofs, wide overhanging eaves, and wooden exterior walls, which are often painted in bright colors or left unpainted to allow the natural wood grain to show through."}, {"term"=>"European terraced housing", "description"=>"A common form of terraced housing in Europe, characterized by its compact and efficient architectural design, often featuring pitched or flat roofs, and exterior walls made of a variety of materials such as brick, stone, or stucco. European terraced housing often includes communal facilities such as shared courtyards or communal kitchens."}


Etymology
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The word 'terraced' comes from the Old French word 'terrasser', which means 'to terrace' or 'to level'.


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  1. Vernacular architecture: A term used to describe the traditional and indigenous architectural styles and practices that reflect the local cultural, historical, and environmental context. Terraced housing is a common form of vernacular architecture found in many parts of the world.

  2. Urban planning: A professional discipline concerned with the design, implementation, and management of the built environment in urban areas, with a focus on creating functional, efficient, and sustainable urban spaces that meet the needs and aspirations of their residents. Terraced housing is a common form of urban housing that has been used in many cities around the world, and urban planning plays a crucial role in ensuring that these urban spaces are designed, implemented, and managed in a way that maximizes their functional, efficient, and sustainable benefits for their residents.


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Terraced housing has a rich cultural history, particularly in Asia. In China, for example, terraced housing dates back over 3,000 years and is deeply rooted in Chinese culture, tradition, and architectural style. Terraced housing in China is often located in mountainous areas, with each terrace level providing a flat building platform, often with communal facilities such as shared courtyards or communal kitchens.

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