Advanced Words Needed for TOEFL - Architecture
Here you will learn some English words about architecture, such as "erect", "renovate", "lumber", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.
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architectural
[adjective]
relating to the study or art of constructing or designing a building
cement
[noun]
a gray powdery substance that becomes hard if it is mixed with water and sand, used for construction purposes such as sticking bricks of a wall together
lumber
[noun]
wood that has been cut into specific pieces to be used for building purposes
mortar
[noun]
a substance that is a mixture of sand, cement, and water, used for fixing bricks and stones in a building
plaster
[noun]
a material with a soft texture that is a combination of sand, water, and lime which is used to cover walls and ceilings to smooth their surface
scaffolding
[noun]
a structure consisting of metal poles with wooden planks on them that are put against a building so that workers can climb it or stand on it while constructing the building
to reinforce
[verb]
to strengthen a substance or structure, particularly by adding extra material to it
to renovate
[verb]
to make a building or a piece of furniture look good again by repairing or painting it
foundation
[noun]
a hard layer of cement, stone, etc. that serves as the underground support of a building
blueprint
[noun]
a photographic reproduction of a technical drawing, or of an early plan of a building or a machine
wrecking ball
[noun]
a heavy metal ball hanging from a crane that is struck against a building to destroy it
bulldozer
[noun]
a large, powerful vehicle with a wide steel blade at its front that is used to destroy buildings or move earth
facade
[noun]
the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance
masonry
[noun]
the skilled trade or craft of working with stone, bricks, or other masonry materials to construct buildings, walls, or other structures
arch
[noun]
a curved symmetrical structure that supports the weight above it, used in bridges or buildings
terrace
[noun]
a flat paved area, particularly one next to a building or restaurant, where people can sit, eat, relax, etc.
auditorium
[noun]
a large building or hall where people are gathered to attend a concert, public speech, play, etc.
amphitheater
[noun]
an open building that is round or oval in shape and has a space in the middle surrounded by several seats, originated in ancient Roman and Greek architecture used for public entertainments such as sports or drama
Gothic
[adjective]
(architecture) used to describe the building style prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, whose characteristics are high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches that are mostly made of stone
Baroque
[adjective]
of characteristics of a highly ornate and detailed style in European art, architecture, or music from the 17th to early 18th century
colonial
[adjective]
reflecting the architectural or decorative style that was common in America during the 18th century, particularly the period it was under British rule
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