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burnham

/ˈbɜːrn.hæm/

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noun

/ˈbɜːrn.hæm/C1formal
  • ruИмя собственное, относящееся к конкретному человеку, обычно фамилия известной личности.

A proper noun referring to a specific person, typically a surname of a notable individual.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. C1formalamerican

    A prominent American architect and urban planner, best known for designing the first skyscraper with a steel skeleton frame and for his role in the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition.

    ruАмериканский архитектор

    • Burnham's design of the Flatiron Building in New York is iconic.
    • He was a key figure in the City Beautiful movement.
    • Burnham's work influenced modern skyscraper construction.