arched

1 of 2

adjective

ˈärcht 

: made with or formed in an arch or a series of arches

an arched beam

: covered with an arch

an arched doorway

arched

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of arch entry 2

Examples of arched in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

These structural feats culminate at the building’s center, where arched steel beams span 185 feet over a public plaza — opening to Expo Park and the neighborhood — to frame a 90-foot-diameter oculus, floating four stories up. — Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2026

Demolition permits from October filed with Mecklenburg County noted that Digital Realty would preserve the facade, which includes the arched entryway and covered setback. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2026

One standout here is the soaking tub in the tiled bathroom, set into an arched alcove and accompanied by a porthole window that lets the sunlight filter in. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026

Inside, wide-plank wood floors and arched openings create a gentle flow from room to room. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for arched

• marched
• parched
• starched