: made with or formed in an arch or a series of arches
an arched beam
: covered with an arch
an arched doorway

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At the Granary and the King’s Chapel graveyard a few hundred feet away, the most common, earliest decoration is a low, arched stone in which a winged skull is carved in a band on top. Brian T. Allen, National Review, 19 July 2025 Two upstairs en suite bedrooms include the primary suite, which features a tiled balcony offering up a picturesque view of the Griffith Observatory, dual walk-in closets, and a bath flaunting a marble soaking tub notched into a windowed and arched alcove. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 18 July 2025 His ten-course tasting menu takes place in a stunning setting, replete with soaring ceilings, arched windows and capacious views of the surrounding hillsides. David Weiss, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025 Its adjustable cords allow for subtle resistance changes, and the arched legs keep everything steady. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for arched

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of arched was in the 14th century

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“Arched.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arched. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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