Synonym of Arching

arching

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Adjective
1. forming or resembling an arch; "an arched ceiling"
(synonym) arced, arched, arciform, arcuate, bowed
(similar) curved, curving
(classification) architecture

arch

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Noun
1. a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
(hypernym) curve, curved shape
(derivation) curve, arc
2. a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially arches of the feet)
(hypernym) skeletal structure
(hyponym) metatarsal arch
(derivation) curve, arc
3. a passageway under an arch
(synonym) archway
(hypernym) entrance, entranceway, entryway, entry, entree
(part-holonym) wall
(derivation) curve, arc
4. (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it
(hypernym) structure, construction
(hyponym) abutment arch
(part-holonym) bridge, span
(part-meronym) keystone, key, headstone
(derivation) curve, arc
(classification) architecture

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Verb
1. form an arch or curve; "her back arches"; "her hips curve nicely"
(synonym) curve, arc
(hypernym) bend, flex
(hyponym) camber

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Adjective
1. (of persons) highest in rank or authority or office; "his arch rival"
(synonym) arch(a)
(similar) important, of import
2. (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
(synonym) condescending, patronizing, patronising
(similar) superior
3. expert in skulduggery; "an arch criminal"
(synonym) arch(a)
(similar) skilled