Definition of Arch

1. Noun. A curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening.

Generic synonyms: Curve, Curved Shape

2. Adjective. (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension.
Exact synonyms: Condescending, Patronising, Patronizing
Similar to: Superior
Derivative terms: Condescendingness

3. Verb. Form an arch or curve. "Her hips curve nicely"
Exact synonyms: Arc, Curve
Specialized synonyms: Camber
Generic synonyms: Bend, Flex
Derivative terms: Arc, Arc, Curvature, Curvature, Curve

4. Noun. A curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet).
Specialized synonyms: Metatarsal Arch, Instep, Pectoral Arch, Shoulder Girdle, Haemal Arch, Hemal Arch, Neural Arch, Vertebral Arch
Generic synonyms: Skeletal Structure

5. Adjective. Expert in skulduggery. "An arch criminal"
Similar to: Skilled

6. Noun. A passageway under a curved masonry construction. "They built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
Exact synonyms: Archway
Generic synonyms: Entrance, Entranceway, Entree, Entry, Entryway
Group relationships: Wall

7. Adjective. Naughtily or annoyingly playful. "A wicked prank"
Exact synonyms: Impish, Implike, Mischievous, Pixilated, Prankish, Puckish, Wicked
Similar to: Playful
Derivative terms: Impishness, Mischievousness, Prankishness, Puckishness

8. Noun. (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it.
Specialized synonyms: Abutment Arch, Broken Arch, Camber Arch, Corbel Arch, Flat Arch, Straight Arch, Pier Arch, Pointed Arch, Proscenium Arch, Rampant Arch, Round Arch, Rowlock Arch, Safety Arch, Scoinson Arch, Sconcheon Arch, Segmental Arch, Shouldered Arch, Diminished Arch, Scheme Arch, Skeen Arch, Skene Arch, Skew Arch, Squinch, Trimmer Arch, Triumphal Arch, Four-centered Arch, Tudor Arch
Group relationships: Aqueduct, Arcade, Colonnade, Bridge, Span
Terms within: Headstone, Key, Keystone, Impost, Springer, Voussoir
Generic synonyms: Construction, Structure
Category relationships: Architecture

Definition of Arch

1. n. Any part of a curved line.

2. v. t. To cover with an arch or arches.

3. v. i. To form into an arch; to curve.

4. a. Chief; eminent; greatest; principal.

5. n. A chief.

6. a. A suffix meaning a ruler, as in monarch (a sole ruler).

Definition of Arch

1. Noun. An inverted U shape. ¹

2. Noun. An arch-shaped arrangement of trapezoidal stones, designed to redistribute downward force outward. ¹

3. Noun. (architecture) An architectural element having the shape of an arch ¹

4. Noun. (archaic geometry) An arc; a part of a curve. ¹

5. Verb. To form into an arch shape ¹

6. Adjective. Knowing, clever, mischievous. ¹

7. Adjective. Principal; primary. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Arch

1. to bend like an arch (a curved structure spanning an opening) [v -ED, -ING, -ES]

Medical Definition of Arch

1. Collectively, either the teeth or the basal bone of either jaw. (08 Jan 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Arch

arcate
arcature
arcatures
arccos
arccosecant
arccosecants
arccoses
arccosh
arccosine
arccosines
arccotangent
arccoth
arcdegree
arced
arcella
arch (current term)
arch(a)
arch-
arch-criminal
arch-enemy
arch-loop-whorl system
arch-pirate
arch-rival
arch-rivalries
arch-rivalry
arch-rivals
arch.
arch dell
arch dells

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