Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
arcus
noun
ˈär-kəs
Definition
A curved shape or figure; often refers to specific forms in the sky or natural phenomena.
Examples
- The arcus cloud formation signaled that a storm was approaching.
- In architecture, the arcus effect is used to create elegant airstreams in buildings.
Meaning
In a broader sense, arcus can refer to any arch-like structure or formation, commonly used in meteorology to describe certain cloud formations or phenomena.
Synonyms
- arch
- curve
- bow
- archway
