hance

(Engels)

Noun

1. A curve or arc, especially in architecture or in the design of a ship.
2. The arc of smaller radius at the springing of an elliptical or many-centred arch.

Verb

To raise, to elevate.

Uitgespreek as (IPA)

/hɑːns/

Etimologie (Engels)

Anglo-Norman, from Old French haulce.

Sinonieme

haunch

haunch of arch