arching

[ahr-ching]

noun

1. arched arched work or formation.

Other Word Forms

• unarching adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of arching¹

First recorded in 1670–80; arch ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The shrub has a cane growth habit, ideally with arching limbs from ground to flower-borne tips.

From Seattle Times

Early risers on California’s Central Coast and parts south may be treated to a brilliant streak of light arching across the sky Thursday morning, followed by a sonic boom.

From Los Angeles Times

The 15-second clip shows vehicles driving over an arching bridge lit up at night.

From Seattle Times

A 9-year-old girl in a white frilly leotard pulls her leg over her head while arching her back.

From New York Times

Velvet ties added a richness to business suits invariably paired white shirts, the ties slightly arching out of the suit jacket, smartly unsettling the silhouette.

From Seattle Times