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noun

ˈstrək-chər How to pronounce structure (audio)
Definition of structurenext
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as in building
something built as a dwelling, shelter, or place for human activity the only structure on the island is an old Spanish fort—or what's left of it

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as in construction
something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts the Egyptian pyramids are among the most remarkable structures ever built

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3
as in framework
the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form the basic structure of all those tract houses is the same: basically, a box

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structure

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verb

as in to construct

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Recent Examples of structure
Noun
Some critics contend that changes to both the structure of the energy industry and transmission systems make an incentive unnecessary. — Edmund H. Mahony, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026 The league has already voted to flip its calendar and change its competition structure to encourage more games of consequence and take a more active role in the global transfer market beginning in 2027. — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Verb
The Nets can structure this deal creatively, too, by using a large amount of their cap space to try to improve around Brown, then executing the Randle deal and this one. — Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 30 June 2026 For most of American history, however, it had been understood that Congress had the power to structure the government and to create semi-independent agencies to carry out specific tasks such as regulating railroad rates or the money supply. — Los Angeles Times, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for structure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for structure
  1. building
  2. construction
  3. framework
  4. construct
  5. architecture
  6. build
  7. infrastructure
  8. form
Noun
  • Additionally, the building has access to a parking spot for two cars.
    — Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 8 July 2026
  • At a press conference at the site, Buildings Commissioner Ahmed Tigani said that the city was bringing in emergency beams and columns to help shore up some of the unstable building’s load.
    — Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 8 July 2026
Definition of building
Noun
  • That gives construction crews room to work while preparing the campus for future growth.
    — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 July 2026
  • The first detainees who were taken to Camp East Montana, in early August, arrived at an active construction site.
    — Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker, 13 July 2026
Definition of construction
Noun
  • The ceasefire framework explicitly designates Iran and Oman to negotiate the strategic waterway’s future management, giving Araghchi’s visit to Muscat particular significance.
    — Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • Among them was a new oracy framework intended to strengthen spoken communication.
    — Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of framework
Verb
  • For American River College specifically, the project list includes constructing new STEM, science and fine arts facilities and building a replacement for Davies Hall after it was shut down suddenly in 2023.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
  • The city’s news release says the drainage basin where the incident occurred is privately owned and was initially constructed as part of the Richland Park subdivision.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 9 July 2026
Definition of construct
Noun
  • Founded in 2024, the event has risen as a platform for designers, artisans, architects and students across product design, interiors, architecture and craft — and a vehicle for positioning Beirut within the global design conversation.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
  • The renowned landscape designer Mia Lehrer — whose other projects include SoFi Stadium — is behind the Lucas Museum’s grounds, which complement Ma Yansong’s otherworldly architecture.
    — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 9 July 2026
Definition of architecture
Verb
  • The documents say the company plans to build seven pump stations, three of them located on federal land managed by the agency.
    — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • At Cosumnes River College, the project list includes constructing a new technology building and childcare center, expanding the stadium and building an affordable student housing project.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of build
Noun
  • The company plans to test how the canister is assembled, lowered into the borehole, installed, and integrated with supporting infrastructure under real-world conditions.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 July 2026
  • The network could help fill gaps in EV infrastructure in states with greater need for chargers.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of infrastructure
Verb
  • There will be a line forming early, which is typical for popular music acts.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • The lupines have reappeared within the last 15 years, migrating from Oregon and forming new packs, largely clustered in the northeastern portion of California.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
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