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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

eden falls
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edgeworthia
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edisto
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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).

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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 Oct 18, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/edifice
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