arcuate

CEFRC2

/ˈɑːrkjuɪt/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Having a curved or bow-like shape.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    curved into the shape of a bow.

Examples

  • The arcuate lines of the sculpture were distinctive.

  • The arcuate shape of the bridge was aesthetically pleasing.

At a glance

Sits at C2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

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In context

  • The leaves of this plant have a distinct arcuate vein pattern.

  • arcuate stalks

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The blank shape of the rainbow curved gracefully across the dark sky.

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Origin

adjective

From Latin arcuātus.