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The word arch can either be a noun or a verb. As a noun, it means a curved symmetrical structure. As a verb, it means to bend backwards or to provide with a curve.
inï¬ uence of the Roman development of the arch, a supporting structure in. building construction that could carry a lot of weight. An arch is a curved structure that is usually made of stone, brick, concrete, or, more recently, steel. Its purpose is to support or strengthen a building. Most arches consist of wedge-shaped blocks. The top center stone, called the keystone, is the last block to be inserted. During construction, arches are often supported by a wooden frame. When the frame is removed, both sides of the arch press against the keystone and thereby support the arch. The Romans did not invent the arch. Indeed, arches have been used since prehistoric times. The ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, and Greeks all used it. The purpose of the arch in these cultures, however, was limited to