Types of Structures

a building where Christians go to worship and practice their religion

They attended Sunday service at the local church with their family.

a place where customers of a bar or restaurant sit, with two high-backed seats and a table in the middle

a large, imposing building, especially one that is impressive in size or appearance

The ancient cathedral stood as a majestic edifice in the center of the city.

a huge wall built to keep water from entering an area or to contain and use it as a power source to produce electricity

The dam controls the river’s water level.

a structure that is designed to be easily transported or moved from one location to another, providing temporary or mobile accommodation, workspace, or storage solutions

The company set up a portable building on the construction site to use as an office.

the largest and most important church of a specific area, which is controlled by a bishop

The cathedral is known for its stunning Gothic architecture and intricate stained glass windows.

a very large, often roofless, structure where sports events, etc. are held for an audience

The new stadium was packed with fans, all eagerly awaiting the kickoff of the championship football game.

a large, tall building with long blades, called sails, that uses wind power to make flour out of grain or pump water

The old windmill was restored as a historical site.

a small, separate building located outside of a main residence, traditionally used as a toilet or restroom facility, typically containing a simple pit or composting system

to let hair, skin, horn, or feathers fall naturally

Birds shed old feathers during molting season.

a tall, cylindrical structure typically used for storing and preserving bulk quantities of grain, seeds, or other agricultural products, often found on farms or in agricultural settings

a tent of considerable size and often luxurious

a structure built over a river, road, etc. that enables people or vehicles to go from one side to the other

They crossed the bridge to reach the other side of the river.

a modern building that is very tall, often built in a city

The city skyline is dominated by a new skyscraper that towers over all the other buildings.

a tall and often narrow building that stands alone or is part of a castle, church, or other larger buildings

The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous landmarks in the world.

a large, tall, and round building that cools down water for industrial purposes

The power plant relies on a cooling tower to regulate the temperature of its machinery.

a small store with an open front selling newspapers, etc.

She bought a magazine from the kiosk at the train station before boarding her train.

a structure built in honor of a public figure or a special event

The towering monument was erected in honor of the soldiers who fought bravely in the war.

a large container usually made of glass that is filled with water in which fish and other sea creatures are kept

We bought a small aquarium for our goldfish and decorated it with plants.

a glass structure used for growing plants in and protecting them from cold weather

They built a greenhouse to grow vegetables year-round.

a structure or building with niches or compartments designed to hold the cremated remains of deceased individuals, serving as a final resting place or memorial

a grand above-ground structure used for entombing the deceased or as a memorial

The family visited the mausoleum to pay their respects to their ancestors.

a public monument built to honor the people who died in a war and are buried elsewhere

The town built a cenotaph in the square to honor the soldiers who died in the war.

a tall column made of stone with four sides and a pyramid-like top, used as a monument to honor an important event or person

an overground or underground grave that is large in size and is often made of stone

They placed flowers at the entrance of the tomb to honor their loved one.

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

They visited the ancient temple to offer prayers and seek blessings.

a group of buildings that are related or designed to function together, typically sharing common features or purpose

The new building complex includes both residential apartments and office spaces.

a small building with a high ceiling that is primarily used to provide a covered space for coaches and carriages when they are not in use

The old carriage house was converted into a cozy guest cottage for visiting family and friends.

a structure or shelter specifically designed for storing firewood or logs

The woodshed was stocked with enough firewood to last through the entire winter.

a building on a farm in which people keep their animals, straw, hay, or grains

a passage dug through or under a mountain or a structure, typically for cars, trains, people, etc.

The train disappeared into the tunnel with a roar.

a small outdoor structure or building used for storing and organizing tools, equipment, and other items typically used for gardening, maintenance, or DIY projects

He spent the afternoon in the tool shed, fixing his bike and organizing his tools.

a heated building that is made of glass and is used for growing in plants that need warm weather

The hothouse was filled with exotic flowers and tropical plants that could not survive outside.

a large, singular stone block, frequently used as a pillar or memorial

The ancient monolith stood tall in the desert, a mysterious symbol of an ancient civilization.

the quality of behaving in a foolish or reckless manner, often without considering the consequences

It was folly to invest all his savings in a risky business venture.