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- pronunciation:
- struhk
chr
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a thing consisting of a number of elements joined together in a certain way.
A human cell is a complicated structure.
- synonyms:
- construction
- similar words:
- complex
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definition 2: |
the way in which such a thing is joined together.
We're studying the structure of atoms in chemistry class.- synonyms:
- composition, configuration, conformation, construction, form, makeup, organization
- similar words:
- architecture, frame, lay, layout, pattern
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definition 3: |
a thing that has been constructed.
They've finished building the new structure for the playground.These ancient structures are still standing today.The town's library was the first structure that the architect had designed.
- synonyms:
- construction
- similar words:
- building
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definition 4: |
the relationship between and among the parts of a relatively complex process or entity.
On our first day at the job, we learned about the structure of the organization.- synonyms:
- composition, configuration, conformation
- similar words:
- architecture, shape
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definition 5: |
a planned way of proceeding that imposes some degree of discipline and places limits on individual choice.
Some children can work independently, but others require more structure so that they can concentrate on their task. |
related words: |
bent, conformation, edifice, facility, frame, lattice, machine, order, organization, part, texture, working |
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
structures, structuring, structured |
definition: |
to give organization to; arrange.
You structured your essay very logically.- synonyms:
- arrange, organize
- similar words:
- design, engineer, map out, plan, weave
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related words: |
lattice |
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