edifice — a large, impressive building, especially one that is important or has historical significance
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a large, impressive building, especially one that is important or has historical significance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈedɪfɪs/
Korean meaning: 대규모의 인상적인 건물, 특히 중요하거나 역사적 의미가 있는 건축물
Korean pronunciation: 에-디-피스 (강세: 에)
Example Sentences
- The CEO's new office building was such an impressive edifice that employees nicknamed it 'The Palace of Procrastination.'
- The ancient Gothic edifice has stood for over 800 years, witnessing countless historical events.
- His entire philosophical edifice was built on the shaky foundation that coffee is a vegetable.
edifice
NOUN//ˈedɪfɪs//
a large, impressive building, especially one that is important or has historical significance
Magnificent impressive building of grandeur
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Origin
From Latin 'aedificium', derived from 'aedificare' meaning 'to build', which combines 'aedes' (temple, building) and 'ficare' (to make). The word entered English via Old French in the 14th century.
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“The CEO's new office building was such an impressive edifice that employees nicknamed it 'The Palace of Procrastination.'”
“The ancient Gothic edifice has stood for over 800 years, witnessing countless historical events.”
“His entire philosophical edifice was built on the shaky foundation that coffee is a vegetable.”
“The university's main library is a beautiful brick edifice that dominates the campus skyline.”
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