arc
Translation
arc, curve, bow
Examples
The rainbow formed a perfect arc in the sky.
The rainbow formed a perfect arc in the sky.
A story arc follows a character's development.
A story arc follows a character's development.
An electric arc jumped between the two wires.
An electric arc jumped between the two wires.
Grammar Patterns
((an arc)) ((of sth.)) a curved line (of sth.) The ball flew in a high arc.
((a story arc)) the development of a story The character has a complex story arc.
Similar Words
Synonyms: curve, bow, crescent
Etymology
From Latin 'arcus' meaning 'a bow, arch'.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'arc' of a thrown ball or the shape of an archer's bow.