architect

noun

ar·​chi·​tect ˈär-kə-ˌtekt How to pronounce architect (audio)
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

Examples of architect in a Sentence

the architect of the economic plan that rebuilt Europe after World War II
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Correa, the architect of so many absurd Astros memories, represented it. Chandler Rome, New York Times, 21 Sep. 2025 The architects of Project Franklin, former White House Acting Principal Deputy National Cyber Director Jake Braun and DEF CON founder Jeff Moss, first set their sights on water — partnering with the National Rural Water Association. Jenna McLaughlin, NPR, 20 Sep. 2025 The original owners hired Bahamian architect Anthony Jervis to give the home its British Colonial features, which are shaded by lush greenery that’s grown for 25 years. Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 19 Sep. 2025 Inspired by the works of 16th century Italian architect, Andrea Palladio, the resort opened its doors in 2008. Jessica Peralta, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for architect

Word History

Etymology

Middle French architecte, from Latin architectus, from Greek architektōn master builder, from archi- + tektōn builder, carpenter — more at technical

First Known Use

1563, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of architect was in 1563

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“Architect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/architect. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.

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architect

noun
ar·​chi·​tect ˈär-kə-ˌtekt How to pronounce architect (audio)
: a person who designs buildings and advises in their construction

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