noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A non-technical depiction of the architecture of a system, service, product line, or organization that has been simplified or made more conceptual for use in marketing communications. uncountable
2. 2
   An unfinished architecture that only exists as a figment of marketing. uncountable
3. 3
   An architecture whose design is dictated by marketing considerations. uncountable

Etymology

Blend of market + architecture.

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