a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
Used in a Sentence
arch
How to use arch in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for arch.
Editorial note
So the linux kernel used AMD64 as the arch name.
Examples4
Definitions8
Parts of speech3
Quick take
a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of arch gathered in one view.
a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)
a passageway under a curved masonry construction; "they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for arch.
noun
a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
noun
a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)
noun
a passageway under a curved masonry construction; "they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
See also: archway
noun
(architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it
verb
form an arch or curve; "her back arches"; "her hips curve nicely"
adjective
(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
See also: condescending, patronizing, patronising
adjective
expert in skulduggery; "an arch criminal"
adjective
naughtily or annoyingly playful; "teasing and worrying with impish laughter"; "a wicked prank"
See also: impish, implike, mischievous, pixilated, prankish, puckish, wicked
Example sentences
So the linux kernel used AMD64 as the arch name.
One of the team members marched in and told me about it when they launched, and I asked: "So is it the Stalker API?
It's often done in France, sometimes with an early warning: a first arch with chains hanging to the maximal height.
I was lucky to be born after the french-german friendship started to take roots, but I'm well aware that my country and France used to be arch enemies and fought three devastating wars between 1870 and 1970, not to count the petty little border conflicts.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use arch in a sentence?
So the linux kernel used AMD64 as the arch name.
What does arch mean?
a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
What part of speech is arch?
arch is commonly used as noun, verb, adjective.