Architecture

Definition of block

A block is a large piece of compact material. The etymology of the word takes us to the French bloc and the Dutch blok. For example: “A huge block of ice caused the ship to almost sink”, “A worker died when a block of concrete fell on his head”. In this sense we would have to state that specifically […]

Definition of cabinet

The term cabinet, from the Old French gabinet, has different uses. A cabinet is a small room, smaller than a living room, where the owner of the property receives people he trusts. Thus, based on this meaning, it is important to emphasize the fact that in the field of […]

Definition of source

The term fountain, which comes from the Latin fons, has different uses. The word is, for example, linked to water: a fountain is the spring that springs from the earth and the device that expels water in squares, streets, houses or gardens. In the latter case, the fountain is usually decorative, with sculptures and figures […]

Definition of table

A table is a piece of furniture consisting of at least one flat board supported by one or more legs (also called feet). This piece of furniture is usually made of wood, although there are tables made of other materials, such as metal and glass. Generally, lunch and dinner are eaten on a table, dough is kneaded and […]

Definition of civil engineering

Civil engineering is the engineering specialty that deals with the creation of infrastructure, transportation works and hydraulic projects. It is generally concerned with public works and large-scale developments. Engineering, through the use of various models and techniques, attempts to solve different problems and meet various needs […]

Definition of path

A road is a path that is built to allow the movement of men and vehicles. Based on this meaning, the term can refer to something physical and real (such as a route where cars circulate or a path to walk that leads to a certain place), or something that is […]

Definition of window

A window is an opening left in a wall to allow light and ventilation to enter. Windows are located at a more or less elevated height from the ground and usually have glass so that, when they are closed, nothing from outside can enter. Windows usually have glass panels that […]

Definition of condominium

Originating from the Latin word condominium, the term condominium refers, in the field of law, to the power that two, three or more individuals have over a shared asset. It is possible to distinguish between ordinary condominium (a thing that can be divided and that allows different subjects to have percentages of participation) and […]

Definition of department

The term department comes from the French departement. In its broadest sense, the word refers to each of the parts into which a territory, a building, a company, an institution or another thing or entity is divided. In several countries, such as Argentina and Chile, an apartment is a dwelling or a flat. In […]

Definition of agora

Agora is a term that comes from the Greek language and referred to, in the cities (polis) of that nation, the public squares and the assemblies that were held there. Over time, the term was extended to refer to other meeting or discussion places. It is important to emphasize that the appearance of […]