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Definition of edifice

edifice

/ˈɛd.ɪ.fɪs/
ed · i · fice
Plural:edifices
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• noun

1

A building, especially a large, imposing, or impressive one.

Example

"The towering stone edifice stood as a testament to the city's historical wealth and architectural prowess."

2

A complex system of beliefs, a theoretical framework, or an institution.

Example

"The entire edifice of the nation's legal system is built upon the foundational principles laid out in its constitution."

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• Nearby Words

edibility
edible
edict
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edify
edifying
edinburgh

Word Origin & Etymology

Late Middle English: via Old French from Latin 'aedificium', from 'aedificare' (to build), combining 'aedes' (house or temple) and 'facere' (to make).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Edifice. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 7, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/edifice
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