ARCHITECTONIC

tectonic, architectonic

(adjective) of or pertaining to construction or architecture

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adjective

architectonic (comparative more architectonic, superlative most architectonic)

Relating to or characteristic of architecture, design and construction.

(figuratively) Foundational, fundamental; supporting the structure of a morality, society, or culture.

Relating to the scientific systematization of the totality of knowledge.

Source: Wiktionary


Ar`chi*tec*ton"ic, Ar`chi*tec*ton"ic*al, a. Etym: [L. architectonicus, Gr. Architect.]

1. Pertaining to a master builder, or to architecture; evincing skill in designing or construction; constructive. "Architectonic wisdom." Boyle. These architectonic functions which we had hitherto thought belonged. J. C. Shairp.

2. Relating to the systemizing of knowledge.

Ar`chi*tec*ton"ic, n. Etym: [Cf. F. architectonique.]

1. The science of architecture.

2. The act of arranging knowledge into a system.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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