Synonyms of archednext
: 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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The bookstore’s famous Edwardian interior, lined with classic oak shelving, several skylights, and a large arched window is just part of the charm that draws tourists and customers to its storefronts. Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026 Soak in the claw-foot bathtub against a wall of stone, play pool, or curl up with a book from the stunning arched library in the living room. Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 9 Aug. 2026 Eight thick stone legs support a circular tower pierced by arched openings. Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 This comes during the park's equivalent of a fireworks show when scenes of classic movies from Superman to the Lord of the Rings are beamed onto billboards above the buildings in the plaza and even onto its arched ceiling. Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for arched

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 13 Aug. 2026.

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