a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening

a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)

a passageway under a curved masonry construction; they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory

[ Syn: archway ]

(architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it

(used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension

[ Syn: condescending , patronizing , patronising ]

expert in skulduggery; an arch criminal'

naughtily or annoyingly playful; teasing and worrying with impish laughter; a wicked prank

[ Syn: impish , implike , mischievous , pixilated , prankish , puckish , wicked ]

form an arch or curve; her back arches; her hips curve nicely

[ Syn: curve , arc ]