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L'édifice
A masculine noun that is more formal and literary than 'bâtiment'. It is used for large, imposing, or culturally significant constructions. It starts with a vowel, so it becomes l'édifice.
Examples in context
Cet édifice historique date du seizième siècle.
This historic building dates from the sixteenth century.
Le gouvernement protège cet édifice contre la démolition.
The government is protecting this building from demolition.
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