Arched

/ɑːrtʃt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To form or cause to form into an arch.

The architect arched the rooftop to allow for better airflow.

To bend or curve something into an arch shape.

He arched his back to relieve the tension in his muscles.

adjective

Having a shape or form that curves or is arched.

The arched doorway provided an elegant entrance to the garden.

Describing a structure that is formed in a curve or arch.

The arched bridge spanned the wide river gracefully.

Referring to a person's expression or posture that is characterized by a raised or curved shape.

She gave him an arched eyebrow, indicating her skepticism.

Derived from the word 'arch', which comes from Middle English 'arce', from Old French 'arche', from Latin 'archae'.

arched back

A posture where the back is bent backward.

arched eyebrows

Eyebrows raised in surprise or curiosity.

arch

A curved structure that spans an opening.

curve

A smoothly flowing, continuous line or path that is not straight.

To express surprise or disbelief.

She arched her eyebrows when she heard the news.