arch

English

/ɑɹt͡ʃ/, /ɑːt͡ʃ/, /ɑɹ˞k/

noun
Definitions
  • An inverted U shape.
  • An arch-shaped arrangement of trapezoidal stones, designed to redistribute downward force outward.
  • (architecture) An architectural element having the shape of an arch
  • Any place covered by an arch; an archway.
  • (archaic) An arc; a part of a curve.
  • A natural arch-shaped opening in a rock mass.
  • (anatomy) Curved part of the bottom of a foot.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English arch derived from Old French arche (an arch) derived from Latin arcus (bow, arc, arch, a bow, curve).

Origin

Latin

arcus

Gloss

bow, arc, arch, a bow, curve

Concept
Semantic Field

Warfare and hunting

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

Kanji

弧

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