Facade

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English

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Etymology

French façade (fr), from Italian facciata, a derivation of faccia "front", which is derived from Latin facies "face"; compare face.

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Noun

facade

  1. The face of a building, especially the front.
  2. A deceptive outward appearance.
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Alternative spellings

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Synonyms

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Translations

The face of a building, especially the front

A deceptive outward appearance

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Dictionary notes

  • American Heritage Dictionary (via answers.com) lists both spelling alternatives in the order: facade, façade.
  • Collins Word Exchange lists both spelling alternatives in the order: façade, facade.
  • Merriam-Webster Online lists both spelling alternatives in the order: façade, facade.
  • MSN Encarta Dictionary lists both spelling alternatives in the order: facade, façade.
  • Diccionario Oxford Pocket Edición Latinoamericana lists only façade.

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