# parti

/ˈpɑɹti/ (US) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/parti
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

a plan or design for a building. It is an old word used by architects to describe the specific details of a structure.

For teachers: a plan or design for a building, specifically the detailed architectural drawings and specifications.

## Examples

- The architect presented the parti to the city council.
- The original parti for the cathedral included intricate stone carvings that were never actually completed.
- While the general concept of the structure was clear, the specific parti required months of meticulous drafting to ensure the weight distribution was safe.

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