(~es, ~ing, ~ed)
1.
An ~ is a structure that is curved at the top and is supported on either side by a pillar, post, or wall.
N-COUNT
2.
An ~ is a curved line or movement.
= arc
N-COUNT
3.
The ~ of your foot is the curved section at the bottom in the middle.
N-COUNT
4.
If you ~ a part of your body such as your back or if it ~es, you bend it so that it forms a curve.
Don’t ~ your back, keep your spine straight.
VERB: V n, also V
5.
If you ~ your eyebrows or if they ~, you move them upwards as a way of showing surprise or disapproval. (LITERARY)
‘Oh really?’ he said, ~ing an eyebrow.
= raise
VERB: V n, also V
6.
see also ~ed