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Build Castles in the Air!

40 Words

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amphitheater
1.
am
phi
thea
ter
Noun

an open building that is round or oval in shape and has a space in the middle surrounded by several seats, originated in ancient Roman and Greek architecture used for public entertainments such as sports or drama

Tourists marveled at the ruins of the ancient Greek amphitheater.

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auditorium
2.
au
di
to
rium
Noun

the part of a theater, concert hall, or other venue where the audience sits to watch a performance

The auditorium was filled to capacity with eager spectators awaiting the start of the theatrical production.

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refinery
3.
re
fi
ne
ry
Noun

a factory in which a natural substance such as oil or sugar is made pure by removing all other substances from it

The oil refinery processes crude oil into gasoline and diesel.

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belvedere
4.
bel
ve
dere
Noun

a small structure, gallery, or summerhouse that usually has an open side and provides an excellent view

From the belvedere on the hill, they could see the entire valley spread out below them in breathtaking detail.

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ca
ba
na
Noun

a hut, shelter, or cabin, usually at a swimming pool or beach

The resort's cabanas lined the poolside, offering guests a private retreat to relax in the shade.

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condominium
6.
con
do
mi
nium
Noun

a building or a group of buildings in which individual units are owned privately, while common areas and facilities such as hallways, elevators, etc. are owned and managed by all residents

She bought a condominium in the downtown area for its convenient location and amenities.

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crematorium
7.
cre
ma
to
rium
Noun

a building for burning the dead bodies of people, often as a funeral ceremony

The crematorium offers various memorial services to honor the deceased.

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planetarium
8.
pla
ne
ta
rium
Noun

a building with a dome in which moving images of planets, starts, and constellations are projected for educational or entertainment purposes

The school field trip included a visit to the planetarium to learn about the solar system.

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brownstone
9.
brown
stone
Noun

a house, particularly found in New York City, that is built of, or with a front made of, a type of reddish-brown sandstone

They recently purchased a charming brownstone in Brooklyn.

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dup
lex
Noun

an apartment with two floors each with its own rooms connected by an internal staircase

The lower unit of the duplex has a spacious living room and kitchen, while the upper unit has bedrooms and a study.

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bungalow
11.
bun
ga
low
Noun

a one-story construction without stairs, usually with a low roof

The bungalow had a spacious backyard, perfect for hosting summer barbecues.

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conservatory
12.
con
ser
va
to
ry
Noun

a room with a roof and walls made of glass, often affixed to one side of a building, used for relaxing or growing plants in

The conservatory attached to their home was a tranquil oasis, filled with lush greenery and bathed in sunlight, perfect for enjoying a cup of tea and a good book.

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lodge
13.
lodge
Verb

to rent a room or living space in someone else's residence, typically on a temporary basis

While studying abroad, she chose to lodge with a local family to experience the culture firsthand.

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annex
14.
a
nnex
Noun

a building later added to a main building in order to provide more space

The school built an annex to accommodate the growing number of students.

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baseboard
15.
base
board
Noun

a long and narrow piece of wood attached to the bottom of the walls of a house

The carpenter installed a new baseboard to give the room a finished look.

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archway
16.
arch
way
Noun

a passage or entrance beneath an arch

The couple walked hand in hand through the ancient stone archway.

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chalet
17.
cha
let
Noun

a wooden house with a steep sloping roof, often found in mountainous areas in Switzerland

The family rented a cozy chalet in the Swiss Alps for their winter vacation.

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cornice
18.
corn
ice
Noun

an ornamental border made of plaster or wood, often used around the top of a wall where it meets the ceiling

The living room was beautifully decorated with an elegant cornice along the ceiling.

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en suite
Noun

a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom

The hotel room featured an en suite with modern fixtures and a walk-in shower.

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facade
20.
fa
cade
Noun

the front of a building, particularly one that is large and has an elegant appearance

The facade of the historic building was adorned with intricate carvings and ornate details, showcasing the craftsmanship of its era.

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fixture
21.
fix
ture
Noun

a piece of equipment such as a bath that is permanently affixed inside a house or building and people cannot take it out when they move out

The bathroom’s new sink is a fixture that won't be removed when we move.

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foyer
22.
foyer
Noun

a large space at the entrance of a hotel or theater where people can wait or meet

Guests mingled in the elegant foyer of the hotel, admiring the grand chandeliers and marble floors.

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furnish
23.
fur
nish
Verb

to equip a room, house, etc. with furniture

They decided to furnish the living room with a comfortable sofa, coffee table, and stylish chairs.

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igloo
24.
ig
loo
Noun

a house or shelter in the shape of a dome that is built from blocks of ice or hard snow

In the Arctic, indigenous people have been building traditional igloos for generations to withstand harsh winter conditions.

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lavatory
25.
la
va
to
ry
Noun

a room that has one or more toilets

The airport lavatory was clean and well-stocked with supplies.

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26.
me
zza
nine
Noun

the first floor above the ground floor in a theater where there are seats for the audience

The mezzanine was filled with enthusiastic theatergoers for the opening night.

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mold
27.
mold
Noun

a container or form used to shape food or other materials by pouring them in while liquid, which then hardens into the container's shape

She poured the chocolate into a heart-shaped mold.

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pantry
28.
pan
try
Noun

a cupboard or small room, often next to kitchen, used for keeping food in

She stocked the pantry with canned goods and dried pasta.

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porch
29.
porch
Noun

a structure with a roof and no walls at the entrance of a house

We sat on the porch swing and watched the sunset.

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veranda
30.
ve
ran
da
Noun

a roofed area with an open front at the ground level, which is attached to the side of a house

The colonial-style house had a wide, wraparound veranda where residents could relax and enjoy the breeze.

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decor
31.
de
cor
Noun

the way a room or building's interior is decorated

The restaurant's vintage decor created a cozy and nostalgic atmosphere.

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adjacent
32.
ad
ja
cent
Adjective

situated next to or near something

The bookstore is located in the shopping mall adjacent to the coffee shop.

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atrium
33.
at
rium
Noun

a chamber connected to other chambers or passageways, notably one of the heart's two upper chambers

The right atrium receives deoxygenated blood from the body.

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bunker
34.
bun
ker
Noun

a hazard on a golf course

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35.
co
lo
nnade
Noun

a row of columns having equal distance from each other, often supporting a roof or arch

The grand entrance to the museum featured a stunning colonnade.

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dilapidate
36.
di
la
pi
date
Verb

fall into decay or ruin

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erect
37.
e
rect
Verb

to build or assemble a structure or object in an upright position

The construction crew worked diligently to erect a new office building in the city center.

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high-rise
38.
high
rise
Noun

a very tall building with many floors

The city skyline was dotted with towering high-rises, each competing for prominence.

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insulation
39.
in
su
la
tion
Noun

the materials that are used to cover something in order not to let heat, electricity, or sound to enter or escape through it

The house's attic was fitted with extra insulation to keep it warm in winter.

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deck
40.
deck
Noun

a ship or boat's upper outside floor

We spent the afternoon on the deck enjoying the view.

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