triumphal arch

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Definition of triumphal arch in English English dictionary: A monumental arch that commemorates a victory; a monumental archway; usually they are built to commemorate some notable victory; gate of victory, decorated and splendid gate in honor of a respected guest; Monumental structure, originating in Rome, pierced by at least one arched passageway and erected to honour an important person or commemorate a significant event. It usually spanned a street or roadway and was built astride the line of march of a victorious army during its triumphal procession. Most were built during the empire period. The basic form consisted of two piers connected by an arch and crowned by a superstructure, or attic, that served as a base for statues and bore inscriptions. The large central arch could also be flanked by two smaller arches. The Roman triumphal arch had a facade of marble columns, and the archway and sides were adorned with relief sculpture. Among those built since the Renaissance is the Arc de Triomphe in Paris

triumphal arch

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tri·um·phal arch

trayʌmfıl ärç

/trīˈəmfəl ˈärʧ/ /traɪˈʌmfəl ˈɑːrʧ/

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