adjective
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provided with or spanned by an arch or arches
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shaped like an arch; curved
Other Word Forms
- unarched adjective
Etymology
Origin of arched
Example Sentences
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Off came the dark hat to reveal a head of wavy brown hair, thick arched eyebrows, and chiseled cheekbones.
From Literature
In one of the living spaces, an artistic arched window showcases the beauty of the natural surroundings, providing a picturesque view of the property’s gardens.
From MarketWatch
There are oversized arched windows, a claw-foot tub, a floating staircase, and soaring ceilings.
From MarketWatch
John Mayer calls it “adult day care”: the historic recording studio behind the arched gates on La Brea Avenue where famous musicians have been keeping themselves — and one another — creatively occupied since the mid-1960s.
From Los Angeles Times
He can see its merits, explaining that white can work particularly well as a backdrop for architectural details like panelling and arched doorways which is a "growing trend in modern homes".
From BBC
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