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Meaning of arch bridge

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

arch

Pronunciation:/ɑːt͡ʃ//ɑɹt͡ʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. An inverted U shape.

  2. An arch-shaped arrangement of trapezoidal stones, designed to redistribute downward force outward.

  3. An architectural element having the shape of an arch

  4. Any place covered by an arch; an archway.

    Example: to pass into the arch of a bridge

verb

Definitions

  1. To form into an arch shape

    Example: The cat arched its back

  2. To cover with an arch or arches.

arch

Pronunciation:/ɑːt͡ʃ//ɑɹt͡ʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. A chief.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Knowing, clever, mischievous.

    Example: I attempted to hide my emotions, but an arch remark escaped my lips.

  2. Principal; primary.

    Example: They were arch enemies.