architect
noun
ar·chi·tect
ˈär-kə-ˌtekt 
1
: a person who designs buildings and advises in their construction
2
: a person who designs and guides a plan or undertaking
the architect of American foreign policy
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the architect of the economic plan that rebuilt Europe after World War II
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Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 15 Nov. 2025
Young architects can tinker with the four-in-one eco-friendly home ($170) from Arckit, an Irish company whose modern-minimalist designs are an ideal complement to the colorful chaos of the Legoverse.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 15 Nov. 2025
While her hair transformation was courtesy of artist Kaché, Broomfield was the architect behind her makeup.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 14 Nov. 2025
The afternoon topping-off ceremony included Motown alumni such as Paul Riser, Pat Cosby, Cal Street and Miller London, along with architects, designers, Gordy family members and Detroit community partners.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 14 Nov. 2025
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“Architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/architect. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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architect
noun
ar·chi·tect
ˈär-kə-ˌtekt
: a person who designs buildings and advises in their construction
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