arch
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[ɑːtʃ]
n
a curved structure, normally in the vertical plane, that spans an opening
Also called: archway a structure in the form of an arch that serves as a gateway
something curved like an arch
any of various parts or structures of the body having a curved or archlike outline, such as the transverse portion of the aorta (arch of the aorta) or the raised bony vault formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones (arch of the foot).one of the basic patterns of the human fingerprint, formed by several curved ridges one above the other.See loop .See whorl
vb
to span (an opening) with an arch
to form or cause to form an arch or a curve resembling that of an arch
the cat arched its back
to span or extend over
the bridge arched the flooded stream
arch
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[ɑːtʃ]
adj
chief; principal; leading
his arch rival
very experienced; expert
an arch criminal
knowing or superior
playfully or affectedly roguish or mischievous
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