All 3 Uses of
edifice
in
Far from the Madding Crowd
- Reversals of this kind, strange deformities, tremendous paralyses, are often seen to be inflicted by trade upon edifices—either individual or in the aggregate as streets and towns—which were originally planned for pleasure alone.†
Chpt 7-9 *
- This stone edifice consisted of a central mass and two wings, whereon stood as sentinels a few slim chimneys, now gurgling sorrowfully to the slow wind.†
Chpt 40-42
- Up against this dark background the west front of the church tower—the only part of the edifice visible from the farm-house windows—rose distinct and lustrous, the vane upon the summit bristling with rays.†
Chpt 43-45
Definition:
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(edifice) a building or structure -- especially a large one
or:
a conceptual or organizational framework