Pointed arch

/pˈɔɪntɪd ˈɑːtʃ/

/pˈɔɪntᵻd ˈɑːɹtʃ/

[noun]

Pointed arch

[NOUN]

an architectural element characterized by a sharp, pointed shape formed by two curved segments that meet at the apex

synonyms : gothic arch

Examples

1. The main features of Gothic were pointed arches, high vaults, and schmancy windows, but as with all movements in architecture, precise styles varied by time and place.

2. So the ground level has fully-rounded arches, Classic-Rome-style, but the second floor has pointed arches, Venetian-Gothic-style.

3. Up until now, Venetian-Gothic architecture was all about pointed arches, those little quatrefoil guys, and the brave inclusion of one accent color in addition to white (in this case, pink).