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rustication

/ˌrʌstɪˈkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does rustication mean?

noun

The process of giving a rustic appearance to something, especially a building, or the appearance itself. A style of masonry characterized by the use of rough-hewn stones.

Example

"The architect chose to use rustication to give the building a sense of history and tradition."

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