Short for archetype.
An adjective used largely by writers when referring to plot and characterization elements that are less about realism and more about thematic and metaphorical resonance. Most references to the term are negative and refer to parts of a story that are cheesy, forced, or inconsistent (e.g. a character goes against their established personality just to include a refusal of the call).
An adjective used largely by writers when referring to plot and characterization elements that are less about realism and more about thematic and metaphorical resonance. Most references to the term are negative and refer to parts of a story that are cheesy, forced, or inconsistent (e.g. a character goes against their established personality just to include a refusal of the call).
Steve Rogers using a garbage can as a shield at the beginning of Captain America: The First Avenger is such an arch bit of blunt foreshadowing.
by Alexander Peregrine August 12, 2012
Get the archmug. Claims he is a good boy is a thot. Invites you over and gives you his hoodies then says you should stop talking. Very low temper will get mad easy doesn't matter if he is a cunt to you. Knows exactly what to say and will have you on his knees no matter what he does.
by yoandjy10 June 11, 2018
Get the archemug. If you're out and you are flaunting it to those whom are in denial of your status. Context: when discussing the decision to wear cosmetics and the like and/or applying them in front of those whom do not now.
"My dad was trying to tell me to change and I was like ," Think twice! Im arching it out while you aren't looking."
by Fredh2o September 1, 2013
Get the Arching itmug. by fueledbyshawnn April 30, 2009
Get the Archedmug. When a user of the Arch operating system has to fix their operating system. The best operating system requires the most maintenance and fiddling with settings.
by gortgamer October 14, 2022
Get the archemug. by Jonathan February 3, 2005
Get the archmug. Joe: Where can I get some nasty food served to me by a 30 year old retarded guy?
Juan Pablo: the arches
Joe: You're right, let's go.
Juan Pablo: the arches
Joe: You're right, let's go.
by funkyfingers22 June 26, 2008
Get the the archesmug.