structured
ˈstrʌktʃərd
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Definition of structured - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

organized formclearly organized, sometimes planned in detail
  • The report was structured and easy to follow.
  • They prefer a structured schedule for daily workouts.
  • The interview followed a structured format to ensure fairness.
ordered organized systematized
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Expressions with structured

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partly organized but not completely fixed
We used a semi-structured interview for the study.
lacking a defined structure
The ill-structured problem was hard to solve.
interview method using fixed questions asked in the same order to everyone
The company used a structured interview to compare all applicants fairly.
programming method using blocks to make code clear and organized
Structured programming helps make large programs easier to understand.
financial services using complex deals to manage risk and leverage
Structured finance helps companies handle big, risky projects.
financial instrument with returns based on an asset
The bank offered a structured note linked to the stock index.

Origin of structured

Latin, structura (arrangement)

Terms with structured included in their meaning

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entertainment
structured activity with rules for entertainment
planning
set of structured activities or plan of action
nutrition
structured eating schedule for health or fitness
self-help
arrange personal affairs in a structured way
formal presentation
act of speaking to a group of people in a structured manner
education
structured plan to improve reading skills
educational course
structured course to develop skills or knowledge
observations
recorded observations presented in a structured format

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  1. French:structuré, ...
  2. German:strukturiert, ...
  3. Italian:strutturato, ...
  4. Spanish:estructurado, ...
  5. Portuguese:estruturado, ...
  6. Chinese:结构化的, ...
  7. Japanese:構造化された, ...
  8. Arabic:منظم, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּבְנֶה, ...
  10. Russian:структурированный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:структурований, ...
  12. Hindi:संरचित, ...
structure
ˈstrʌktʃə
structure: building or object constructed from parts
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Definition of structure - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
constructionbuilding or object constructed from parts
  • The ancient structure stood tall for centuries.
building construction
2.
organizationset of rules or organization in a system
  • The company has a clear structure for decision-making.
framework organization system
3.
chemistryTECH.the way atoms are arranged in a moleculeTECH.
  • The structure of water is simple yet essential.
arrangement configuration

Verb

tr.
1.
constructionconstruct or build something according to a plan
  • They structured a new playground at the local park..
build construct erect
2.
arrangeorganize something in a specific way
  • We need to structure the project timeline carefully.
arrange organize systematize
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  • structure: building or object constructed from parts
    building or object constructed from parts

Expressions with structure

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equipment for children to play on outdoors
The park has a new play structure for kids.
system showing how and when different charges or payments apply
Before opening the account, she carefully reviewed the bank’s fee structure.
arrangement and quality of bones in a body
Her strong bone structure was evident in her defined jawline..
building or object that is solid and stable
The engineer confirmed the bridge was a sound structure.
system that shows who has power to give orders in a group
The army's command structure was clearly defined before the operation.
organization of a household, including who belongs and how they relate
Researchers studied how family structure affects children's school performance.

Origin of structure

Latin, structura (a fitting together)

Examples of structure in a sentence

  • A new structure was erected in the city center.
  • The educational structure supports diverse learning styles.
  • A new structure was implemented to improve efficiency.
  • The structure of glucose is more complex.
  • Scientists study the structure of proteins extensively.
  • The family structure varies across cultures.

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  1. French:structure, structurer, ...
  2. German:Struktur, bauen, ...
  3. Italian:struttura, costruire, ...
  4. Spanish:estructura, estructurar, ...
  5. Portuguese:estrutura, edificar, ...
  6. Chinese:建筑, 构建, ...
  7. Japanese:建造物, 建設する, ...
  8. Arabic:مَبْنًى, بَنى, ...
  9. Hebrew:מִבְנֶה, לִבְנוֹת, ...
  10. Russian:структура, построить, ...
  11. Ukrainian:споруда, будувати, ...
  12. Hindi:संरचना, निर्माण करना, ...
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