arc meaning and definition

ARC noun

Definition of arc (noun)

1. electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field
   • synonyms: discharge, electric arc, electric discharge, spark
2. a continuous portion of a circle
3. something curved in shape
   • synonyms: bow

ARC verb

Definition of arc (verb)

1. form an arch or curve
   • "her back arches"; "her hips curve nicely"
   • synonyms: arch, curve