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Gothic arch

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Gothic arch
n.
A pointed arch, especially one with a jointed apex.
Gothic arch
n
(Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Architecture) another name for lancet arch
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Noun1.Gothic arch - a pointed archGothic arch - a pointed arch; usually has a joint (instead of a keystone) at the apex
lancet, lancet arch - an acutely pointed Gothic arch, like a lance
pointed arch - an arch with a pointed apex; characteristic of Gothic architecture
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