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English Dictionary (1-2 of 2)
- arch
- [ɒːtʃ]
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- 1. a curved structure, normally in the vertical plane, that spans an opening
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something curved like an arch
- 3.
any of various parts or structures of the body having a curved or archlike outline, such as the transverse portion of the aorta ( arch of the aorta ) or the raised bony vault formed by the tarsal and metatarsal bones ( arch of the foot )
- 4. one of the basic patterns of the human fingerprint, formed by several curved ridges one above the other - Compare loop whorl
- 5. to span (an...
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- arch
- [ɒːtʃ]
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- 1. chief; principal; leading
- 2. very experienced; expert
- 3. knowing or superior
- 4. playfully or affectedly roguish or mischievous
- 5.
C16: independent use of arch-
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Examples (1-3 of 3)
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his arch rival
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an arch criminal
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rood arch
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Vocab List (1 of 3)
- arch
- [ɑ:tʃ]
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