arch

Meanings

• a curved shape in the vertical plane that spans an opening
• a curved bony structure supporting or enclosing organs (especially the inner sides of the feet)
• a passageway under a curved masonry construction
  • "they built a triumphal arch to memorialize their victory"
• (architecture) a masonry construction (usually curved) for spanning an opening and supporting the weight above it
• form an arch or curve
  • "her back arches"
• (used of behavior or attitude) characteristic of those who treat others with condescension
• expert in skulduggery
  • "an arch criminal"
• naughtily or annoyingly playful

Synonyms

arc, archway, condescending, curve, impish, implike, mischievous, patronising, patronizing, pixilated, prankish, puckish, wicked