Arc Synonyms & Definitions

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• ArcDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) A curvature in the shape of a circular arc or an arch; as, the colored arc (the rainbow); the arc of Hadleys quadrant.
2. (n.) The apparent arc described, above or below the horizon, by the sun or other celestial body. The diurnal arc is described during the daytime, the nocturnal arc during the night.
3. (n.) An arch.
4. (n.) A portion of a curved line; as, the arc of a circle or of an ellipse.
5. (v. i.) To form a voltaic arc, as an electrical current in a broken or disconnected circuit.

• ArcadianDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (a.) Alt. of Arcadic

• ArcadiaDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) Fig.: Any region or scene of simple pleasure and untroubled quiet.
2. (n.) A mountainous and picturesque district of Greece, in the heart of the Peloponnesus, whose people were distinguished for contentment and rural happiness.