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arch
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- pronunciation:
- arch
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb)
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a curved structure made out of stone or brick and used to span an open space such as a door.
The ancient Romans introduced the use of arches in buildings and other structures.
- similar words:
- doorway, span, vault
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| definition 2: |
anything that looks like such a structure.
Good shoes support the arches of the feet.- synonyms:
- vault
- similar words:
- arc, bend, curve
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| related words: |
turn |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
arches, arching, arched |
| definition 1: |
to form an arch or curve in.
The cat arched its back.- synonyms:
- bend, curve
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| definition 2: |
to form an arch.
The bridge arched over the river.- similar words:
- bend, curve
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| related words: |
bend, curve |
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