plural arcades
1
: a long arched building or gallery
2
a
: an arched covered passageway or avenue (as between shops)
b
chiefly British
: a building that includes many shops
A job fair … today will introduce locals to the details of the 250 jobs that a new shopping arcade will bring when its doors open this autumn.—
The Journal (Newcastle, England)
The Journal (Newcastle, England)3
: a series of arches with their columns or piers
4
: an amusement center having coin-operated games
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But there’s plenty of play on land, too, including a classic arcade, casual dining with family favorites and even a special Camp-tiva program for youngsters.
—South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Police delivered letters to more than 100 local arcades in May 2022.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Families can enjoy boardwalk amusements in Old Orchard Beach, vintage arcades in York, and water parks in Saco.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
The rink will be surrounded by a retro arcade as well, with classic arcade games and machines.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 13 May 2026
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South Seas, Miami Herald, 15 May 2026
Police delivered letters to more than 100 local arcades in May 2022.
—Jeff A. Chamer
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Families can enjoy boardwalk amusements in Old Orchard Beach, vintage arcades in York, and water parks in Saco.
—Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
The rink will be surrounded by a retro arcade as well, with classic arcade games and machines.
—Cbs Chicago Team, CBS News, 13 May 2026
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“Arcade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/arcade. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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arcade
noun
ar·cade
är-ˈkād 
1
: a row of arches with the columns that support them
2
: an arched or covered passageway (as between shops)
3
: a place with many games to be played by putting coins or tokens in them
Medical Definition
arcade
noun
ar·cade
är-ˈkād
1
: an anatomical structure comprising a series of arches
2
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