Meaning of arch in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

noun

• An inverted U shape.

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

• An architectural element having the shape of an arch

• Any place covered by an arch; an archway.

  Example: to pass into the arch of a bridge

• An arc; a part of a curve.

• A natural arch-shaped opening in a rock mass.

• Curved part of the bottom of a foot.

verb

• To form into an arch shape

  Example: The cat arched its back

• To cover with an arch or arches.

noun

• A chief.

adjective

• Knowing, clever, mischievous.

  Example: I attempted to hide my emotions, but an arch remark escaped my lips.

• Principal; primary.

  Example: They were arch enemies.