Meaning & Definition of Arch in English
English⟶
Arch
/ɑrʧ/
noun
1. A curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
synonym:
- arch
2. A curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)
synonym:
- arch
3. A passageway under a curved masonry construction
- "They built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
synonym:
- arch,
- archway
4. (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it
synonym:
- arch
verb
1. Form an arch or curve
- "Her back arches"
- "Her hips curve nicely"
synonym:
- arch,
- curve,
- arc
adjective
1. (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
synonym:
- arch,
- condescending,
- patronizing,
- patronising
2. Expert in skulduggery
- "An arch criminal"
synonym:
- arch(a)
3. Naughtily or annoyingly playful
- "Teasing and worrying with impish laughter"
- "A wicked prank"
synonym:
- arch,
- impish,
- implike,
- mischievous,
- pixilated,
- prankish,
- puckish,
- wicked