What is the meaning of arc?

noun

Electrical conduction through a gas in an applied electric field.
- synonyms: discharge, spark, electric arc, electric discharge
A continuous portion of a circle.
Something curved in shape.
- synonyms: bow

verb

Form an arch or curve.
- usage: "her back arches"; "her hips curve nicely"
- synonyms: arch, curve

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