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pointed arch

/ˈpɔɪntɪd ɑːrtʃ/

Traducción: Término arquitectónico que designa un arco con la parte superior en punta, característico de la arquitectura gótica, en el que los dos lados curvos convergen en un vértice en lugar de formar un semicírculo.

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/ˈpɔɪntɪd ɑːrtʃ/C1formalart
  • esTérmino arquitectónico que designa un arco con la parte superior en punta, característico de la arquitectura gótica, en el que los dos lados curvos convergen en un vértice en lugar de formar un semicírculo.

An architectural term for an arch with a pointed crown, characteristic of Gothic architecture, where two curved sides meet at an apex rather than forming a semicircle.

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    An arch with a pointed crown, characteristic of Gothic architecture, where the two curved sides meet at a sharp angle at the top.

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    • The cathedral's nave is supported by a series of pointed arches.
    • Pointed arches allowed Gothic builders to construct much taller and lighter walls.
    • The window openings are framed with elegant pointed arches.