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    L'arc (en. The bow)

    /laʁk/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A curve or a curved line that connects two points.
    The arch of the bridge is remarkable.
    L'arc du pont est remarquable.
    An instrument used to shoot arrows.
    He learned to shoot with a bow at an archery club.
    Il a appris à tirer à l'arc dans un club de tir.
    An architectural structure shaped like a curve.
    The Arc de Triomphe is a symbol of Paris.
    L'arc de triomphe est un symbole de Paris.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'arcus', meaning 'curve' or 'curved area'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    rainbow
    An optical phenomenon that creates a spectrum of colors in an arc shape.
    arc-en-ciel
    to hold the bow
    To be focused or determined to accomplish something.
    tenir à l'arc
    to make a bow
    To perform a curved or circular gesture.
    faire un arc

    Related Words

    arcade
    An arch structure often used in architecture.
    arcade
    archer
    A person who uses a bow to shoot arrows.
    archer
    drawer arch
    A mechanism used to pull or slide something.
    arcade de tiroir

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to an ambiguous or tense situation.
    This matter is a real arc, we don’t know how it will end.
    Cette affaire est un vrai l'arc, on ne sait pas comment ça va finir.
    A way to bypass a rule or restriction.
    He managed to make the arc to avoid paying the fine.
    Il a réussi à faire l'arc pour éviter de payer l'amende.