Triumphal Arch (Noun)
Meaning
A monumental archway; usually they are built to commemorate some notable victory.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The Roman ruins included a well-preserved triumphal arch that stood as a testament to the empire's former glory.
- In the heart of the city, the grand triumphal arch served as a reminder of the nation's victory in the long-forgotten war.
- Architects spent years designing a beautiful triumphal arch to honor the country's liberation from colonial rule.
- The emperor commissioned the construction of a massive triumphal arch to celebrate his triumphant return to the city.
- The ancient city's main entrance was marked by a massive triumphal arch that had been built to commemorate a great military conquest.