structure; construction; appearance
posture (e.g. in martial arts); pose; stance
readiness; determination; preparedness
kanji enclosure type radical (must enclose at least two sides of the kanji)
立派な構えの屋敷だ。
It is a mansion with an impressive structure.
剣道で正しい構えを教わった。
I was taught the proper stance in kendo.
門前の構えから見ても格式ある建物だった。
Even from the appearance of the front gate, it was a stately building.