architect

[ˈɑːrkɪtekt]

architect Definition

  • 1a person who designs buildings and in many cases also supervises their construction
  • 2a person who is responsible for planning or creating something

Using architect: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "architect" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The architect designed the new office building.

  • Example

    She is a famous architect who has designed many iconic structures.

  • Example

    The software architect is responsible for designing the overall structure of the program.

  • Example

    He is the chief architect of the company's growth strategy.

architect Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with architect

  • a person who designs outdoor spaces, such as parks, gardens, and public areas

    Example

    The landscape architect created a beautiful park with winding paths and colorful flowers.

  • a person who designs the overall structure of a software program or system

    Example

    The software architect is responsible for ensuring that the program is scalable and easy to maintain.

  • naval architect

    a person who designs ships and other large watercraft

    Example

    The naval architect created a blueprint for the new aircraft carrier.

Origins of architect

from Latin 'architectus', from Greek 'arkhitekton', from 'arkhi-' (chief) + 'tekton' (builder)

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Summary: architect in Brief

An 'architect' [ˈɑːrkɪtekt] is a person who designs buildings and often supervises their construction. It can also refer to someone who is responsible for planning or creating something. Examples include 'The architect designed the new office building.' and 'He is the chief architect of the company's growth strategy.' Phrases like 'landscape architect' and 'software architect' denote specific types of architects.

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