arching
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Definition
Adjective: 1. Forming or resembling an arch: Having the curved, symmetrical shape of an arch. This describes something that is curved upward and over in a smooth line. - The bridge had an arching structure that spanned the river gracefully. - We walked under the arching branches of the old oak trees.
Usage Examples
- The cat stretched its back into a perfect arching curve.
- The great hall was famous for its arching wooden beams.
- She drew an arching line across the top of the page.
Advanced Usage
- In a descriptive or metaphorical sense: Can be used to describe movements or forms that suggest the smooth, curved line of an arch.
- The dancer finished with an arching leap.
- An arching rainbow appeared after the storm.
Variants and Related Words
- Arch (noun): A curved symmetrical structure spanning an opening.
- The stone arch was centuries old.
- Arch (verb): To form or cause to form an arch.
- The cat will arch its back when frightened.
- Arched (adjective): Constructed with or having the form of an arch.
- The room had an arched doorway.
Synonyms
- Curving: Extending in a curve.
- Bowed: Bent into a curve.
- Rounded: Having a smooth, curved shape.
Antonyms
- Straight: Extending uniformly in one direction without a curve.
- Flat: Level and even, without curves.
Adjective
- forming or resembling an arch
- an arched ceiling