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arc

arc, bow

noun ARK Rare

Also means

arch

Usage Note

Arc covers a geometric curve, the weapon (arc et flèches — bow and arrows), and an architectural arch (arc de triomphe). In electricity, arc électrique means electric arc. The compound arc-en-ciel (rainbow) literally means 'arc in the sky'.

Examples

"L'arc-en-ciel est apparu après la pluie."

Natural Translation

The rainbow appeared after the rain.

Literal Translation

The arc-in-sky appeared after the rain.

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