archway
UK: ˈɑːtʃweɪ | US: ˈɑːrtʃweɪ
n. a passage or entrance formed by an arch or a series of arches
n. the structure or decorative feature of an arch over a doorway, gate, or walkway
The word "archway" combines "arch," derived from Latin "arcus" (meaning "bow" or "curve"), with "way," from Old English "weg" (meaning "path" or "road"). The fusion reflects the architectural concept of a curved structure creating a passage. Arches have been used since ancient times (e.g., Roman aqueducts) to distribute weight and create open pathways, making "archway" a logical term for such structures.
The grand archway marked the entrance to the castle.
They walked hand in hand through the stone archway.
Vines draped gracefully over the garden’s archway.
The museum’s archway was adorned with intricate carvings.
A narrow archway led to a hidden courtyard.