facade

UK
/fəˈsɑːd/
US
/fəˈsæd/
facadenoun
facades
pl
UK
/fəˈsɑːd/
US
/fəˈsæd/
Translations
façadeArchitecture.
The facade of the cathedral was adorned with intricate carvings and statues.
La façade de la cathédrale était ornée de sculptures et de statues complexes.
Additional translations
façadeAu figuré.
Definitions
The front of a building, especially an imposing or decorative one.
The facade of the cathedral was adorned with intricate carvings and statues.
A superficial appearance or illusion of something.
Despite her calm facade, she was actually very nervous about the presentation.
facadeadjective
UK
/fəˈsɑːd/
US
/fəˈsɑd/
Used attributively in phrases like "facade lighting" or "facade maintenance"; not normally gradable.
Translations
de façadeArchitecture.
The facade lighting gave the museum a warm glow at night.
L’éclairage de façade donnait au musée une lueur chaleureuse la nuit.
Definitions
Relating to, situated at, or designed for the façade of a building.
The facade lighting gave the museum a warm glow at night.