archway

noun

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

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In the first image, from last spring, Biel and Timberlake lean against a red archway gazing at one another. Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 31 Jan. 2025 Faux stone walls and archways are complemented by natural wood finishes, herringbone parquet floors, and oversized crystal chandeliers. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2024 The theme of archways also carried over to Clark’s vision for her tour sets. Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2024 Sitting high above the Chora, and visible from nearly every vantage point on the island, the monastery is accessible through a labyrinth of stone pathways leading to the gate that opens to the courtyard revealing stone archways, towers, and ramparts reflective of the Byzantine architectural style. Monica Mendal, Vogue, 17 Sep. 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 22 Feb. 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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