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1Triumphal arch — Arch Arch ([aum]rch), n. [F. arche, fr. LL. arca, for arcus. See {Arc}.] 1. (Geom.) Any part of a curved line. [1913 Webster] 2. (Arch.) (a) Usually a curved member made up of separate wedge shaped solids, with the joints between them disposed in …
2Triumphal arch — A triumphal arch is a structure in the shape of a monumental archway, in theory built to celebrate a victory in war, actually used to celebrate a ruler. Invented by the Romans, the classical triumphal arch is a free standing structure, quite… …
3triumphal arch — 1. a monumental archway, often erected in permanent materials as a commemorative structure, straddling the line of march of a victorious army during a triumphal procession. 2. an architectural motif resembling in its composition an ancient Roman… …
4Triumphal arch — In the Roman era, triumphal arches were monuments used to commemorate the great deeds of emperors and military leaders. They usually consisted of a single arch supported by a heavy pier at either side, the whole structure then capped by a… …
5triumphal arch — noun a monumental archway; usually they are built to commemorate some notable victory • Hypernyms: ↑arch, ↑memorial, ↑monument * * * noun 1. : a monumental structure pierced by at least one lofty and typically arched passageway and usually… …
6Triumphal Arch Hotel Anji (Anji) — Triumphal Arch Hotel Anji country: China, city: Anji (City) Triumphal Arch Hotel Anji Location Triumphal Arch Hotel Anji is located in the heart of the city and has an easy access to the tourist attractions. Rooms All guestrooms at the hotel are… …
7Triumphal Arch (woodcut) — The Triumphal Arch (also known as the Arch of Maximilian I , in German: Ehrenpforte Maximilians I. ) is a 16th century monumental woodcut print, commissioned by the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian I. The composite image was printed from 192… …
8Triumphal Arch of Orange — Coordinates: 44°08′32″N 4°48′17″E / 44.142222°N 4.804722°E / 44.142222; 4.804722 …
9triumphal arch — noun A monumental arch that commemorates a victory …
10triumphal arch motive — noun : a triple bay having an arch in the central and widest compartment …
