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unarchiˈtectural, a.
[un-1 7.]
1. Not in accordance with the principles of architecture.
1849Ruskin Sev. Lamps ii. §18. 47 It is lawful to paint either pictures or patterns... But it is not less true, that such practices are essentially unarchitectural. 1862E. Falkener Ephesus i. iv. 49 The old style of building, which, from its irregularity and unarchitectural character, resembled that still used in Eastern climates. 1873Mrs. Whitney Other Girls xxxi, An odd rambling wing,..slanting off at a wholly unarchitectural angle from the main house.
2. Not skilled in architecture.
1884Pall Mall G. 18 July 11/1 It is difficult from the mere text of this report for the unarchitectural reader to get a clear notion of what is proposed. |