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    Arcade (en. Arcade)

    /aʁ.kad/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A covered passage supported by columns or arches.
    We walked through the arcade of the old neighborhood.
    Nous avons marché dans l'arcade du vieux quartier.
    An area of video games or entertainment devices.
    Teenagers love to hang out in the arcade of the shopping mall.
    Les adolescents aiment passer du temps dans l'arcade du centre commercial.
    A group of arches supporting a structure or building.
    The architecture of this cathedral is marked by beautiful arcades.
    L'architecture de cette cathédrale est marquée par de magnifiques arcades.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'arcada', which derives from 'arcus' meaning 'arch'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to do the arcade
    To express creativity or whimsy.
    faire l'arcade
    arcade games
    A place dedicated to video games and entertainment devices.
    arcade de jeux

    Related Words

    arch
    A curve connecting two points.
    arc
    gallery
    A covered space, often for commerce or exhibition.
    galerie
    pillar
    A column or vertical support.
    pilier

    Slang Meanings

    A place to hang out to play and socialize.
    We meet at the arcade after classes.
    On se retrouve à l'arcade après les cours.
    A reference to nostalgic arcade games.
    I love the retro games at the arcade.
    J'adore les jeux rétro dans l'arcade.