Arch

Type

Rock, Sea

Area of origin

UK

Area of use

International

Arch shaped rock structure formed by erosion. On the coast arches may form where a headland or promontory is eroded laterally by the action of waves leading to a partial collapse.

Etymology

From Latin “arcus” – a bow

Example locations

  • Durdle Door
    Lulworth, Dorset

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