Architecture Jargon

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to show whether the thing or person being referred to is known about, has been mentioned before, is being introduced for the first time, or is general

• The architect followed the blueprint to the letter to ensure the building was constructed correctly.
• I followed the recipe to the letter and the cake turned out perfectly!
• She copied her friend's style to the letter, even down to the same accessories.
• The detective followed the suspect's alibi to the letter, but something still didn't add up.

noun a facing of stone, concrete, or other material used to prevent erosion

verb to face with stone, concrete, or other material to prevent erosion

• The engineers decided to revet the riverbank to prevent erosion.
• We need to revet this wall before it collapses.
• Let's revet this fence before it falls down.
• He reveted his emotions, keeping them hidden from everyone.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun, such as 'photorealistic' which describes a style of art or graphics that aims to replicate the appearance of a photograph.

• The artist's photorealistic paintings were highly praised for their attention to detail.
• I can't believe how photorealistic that drawing of the sunset is!
• That photorealistic photo looks so lit!
• Her descriptions were so vivid and photorealistic, it felt like I was right there with her.