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arches

noun · verb

Form of arch , plural of arch.

Simple meaning

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

Pronunciation

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ahrchuhz

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ˈɑɹtʃəz

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Word Review

Definition

Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.

noun

  1. plural of arch

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

  2. plural of arch

    A natural arch-shaped opening in a rock mass.

  3. plural of arch

    Any place covered by an arch; an archway.

  4. plural of archarchitecture

    An architectural element having the shape of an arch

verb

  1. third-person singular of arch

    Form an arch or curve

  2. third-person singular of arch

    To form into an arch shape.

  3. third-person singular of arch

    To cover with an arch or arches.

Word Aura™

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

Used this way, arches is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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