artificial structure

Definitions

A physical construction, such as a building, bridge, or dam, created by human effort rather than occurring naturally.

Any man-made object or assembly of materials designed to serve a specific function or purpose.

Examples

The ancient ruins were clearly an artificial structure built by a civilization long forgotten.

Engineers must ensure that every artificial structure can withstand extreme weather conditions.

Synonyms

man-made construction engineered edifice fabricated object built environment synthetic assembly

Antonyms

natural formation organic feature geological phenomenon untouched landscape nature-made entity