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architectonics

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ar·chi·tec·ton·ics  (ärk-tk-tnks)
n. (used with a sing. verb)
1. The science of architecture.
2. Structural design: the architectonics of a fugue.
3. Philosophy The scientific systematization of knowledge.

architectonics [ˌɑːkɪtɛkˈtɒnɪks]
n (functioning as singular)
1. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) the science of architecture
2. (Philosophy) Metaphysics the scientific classification of knowledge

architectonics
structural design, especially of a work of art, as a painting or piece of music. See also philosophy.
See also: Art
the science of architecture. See also art; philosophy. — architectonic, architectonical, adj.
See also: Architecture
the science of the systemization of knowledge. See also architecture; art.
See also: Philosophy
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.architectonics - the science of architecture
science, scientific discipline - a particular branch of scientific knowledge; "the science of genetics"
architecture - the discipline dealing with the principles of design and construction and ornamentation of fine buildings; "architecture and eloquence are mixed arts whose end is sometimes beauty and sometimes use"


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