"archwork" meaning in All languages combined

See archwork on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Etymology: From arch + -work. Etymology templates: {{af|en|arch|-work}} arch + -work Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} archwork (uncountable)
  1. The composition or structure of an arch. Tags: uncountable
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