Gothic arch

noun

1. a pointed arch, especially one having only two centers and equal radii.

Gothic arch

noun

1. another name for lancet arch

Word History and Origins

Origin of Gothic arch¹

First recorded in 1730–40

Example Sentences

The Gothic arches in the creature's cell are from the vaulted arches of the cloisters at the University of Glasgow.

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The look flirts with the 15th-century-inspired French Gothic arches behind her.

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Within its stained-glass windows and Gothic arches, The Duncairn today hosts concerts, exhibitions, an Irish-language preschool, a café and support groups.

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Within its stained-glass windows and Gothic arches, The Duncairn today hosts concerts, exhibitions, an Irish-language preschool, a café and support groups.

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There was the statue, cut from Carrara marble, in its new perch in front of Gothic arches and stained-glass windows.

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