structure

English

/ˈstɹʌktʃə(ɹ)/, /ˈstɹʌktʃɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • A cohesive whole built up of distinct parts.
  • The underlying shape of a solid.
  • The overall form or organization of something.
  • A set of rules defining behaviour.
  • (computing)  Several pieces of data treated as a unit.
  • (fishing)  Underwater terrain or objects (such as a dead tree or a submerged car) that tend to attract fish
  • A body, such as a political party, with a cohesive purpose or outlook.
  • (logic)  A set along with a collection of finitary functions and relations.

Etymology

Derived from Middle French structure derived from Latin structūra (adjustment, edifice, structure, a building, erection, a fitting together, building).

Origin

Latin

structūra

Gloss

adjustment, edifice, structure, a building, erection, a fitting together, building

Concept
Semantic Field

The house

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

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