noun
pointed arch
Architectural term for an arch with a pointed apex, characteristic of Gothic architecture. Synonymous with 尖頭アーチ.
See also: 尖頭アーチ
ゴシック建築では、尖りアーチがよく使われる。
Pointed arches are often used in Gothic architecture.
Synonymous; 尖頭アーチ uses on'yomi for the first part and is slightly more formal or technical.
Compound of 尖り (とがり, 'pointedness') and アーチ ('arch'). The term is a direct calque from English 'pointed arch'.