triumphal arch

noun

1. a monumental archway, often erected in permanent materials as a commemorative structure, straddling the line of march of a victorious army during a triumphal procession.
2. an architectural motif resembling in its composition an ancient Roman triumphal arch, having one high central archway flanked by side elements composed of lower arches, compartments, bas-reliefs, etc., the whole usually adorned by a huge order.

triumphal arch

noun

1. an arch built to commemorate a victory

Word History and Origins

Origin of triumphal arch¹

First recorded in 1540–50

Example Sentences

Bonaparte made his public entry into Milan under a triumphal arch.

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A triumphal arch had been erected in the street, on which stood a number of gaily dressed maidens.

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It is a handsome town, and has a triumphal arch erected to Augustus, and other antiquities.

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Every village along the route had its triumphal arch, trimmed with flowers and patriotic mottoes.

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They probably once adorned the triumphal arch of Nero and after of Trajan.

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