Definition of arch

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arch - 9 definitions

- noun
1. arch -- a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
2. arch -- a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
3. arch -- a passageway under a curved masonry construction; "they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
synonyms: archway
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
4. arch -- (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
- verb
5. arch -- form an arch or curve; "her back arches"; "her hips curve nicely"
synonyms: curve, arc
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
6. arch, embow -- to bend like an arch
synonyms: embow, arched, arches, unarched, archest
Source:OWL 2 Web Ontology Language
 
- adjective
7. arch -- (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
synonyms: condescending, patronizing, patronising
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
8. arch -- expert in skulduggery; "an arch criminal"
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
9. arch -- naughtily or annoyingly playful; "teasing and worrying with impish laughter"; "a wicked prank"
synonyms: impish, implike, mischievous, pixilated, prankish, puckish, wicked
Source:WordNet 3.0
 
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