archway

noun

arch·​way ˈärch-ˌwā How to pronounce archway (audio)
: a way or passage under an arch
also : an arch over a passage

Examples of archway in a Sentence

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The ceremony took place under an archway of white roses in front of the sea in Porto Cervo. Toria Sheffield, People.com, 28 Dec. 2024 There are animal statues of all different kinds aglow on the front lawn, an illuminated archway and lights lining the roof, windows and sidewalk. Liam Rappleye, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024 Guests are welcomed by a glittering archway that's begging for a snapshot. Madalyn Mendoza, Axios, 6 Dec. 2024 Under one archway, four elderly men sat cross-legged on cushions with their backs to rough limestone walls. Winthrop Rodgers, The Dial, 14 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for archway 

Word History

First Known Use

1715, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of archway was in 1715

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“Archway.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/archway. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.

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archway

noun
arch·​way ˈärch-ˌwā How to pronounce archway (audio)
: a passage under an arch
also : an arch over a passage

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