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Arch
Arch
A curved structure that supports weight over an area, such as a doorway.
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Aquifer
An underground water-bearing layer of rock, including gravel and sand, that will yield water in usable quantity. Aquifers are sources of water for wells and springs.
Arbitrage
Buying securities in one market and then selling them immediately in another market to make a profit on the price discrepancy.
Arbitration
A nonjudicial method of resolving disputes by selecting a neutral party to make a final determination.
Arbor
An area shaded by trees, shrubs or vines on a latticework structure.
Arboretum
A place where native trees are grown and used for research purposes.
Arch
Architect
A person who is qualified to design buildings and supervise their construction.
Architectural fees
Compensation paid to a person who designs buildings.
ARM
Adjustable Rate Mortgage is a mortgage loan subject to changes in interest rates.
Armoire
A large, ornate cupboard or wardrobe that is used for storage.
Arm's length
An agreement freely arrived at in the open market, unaffected by abnormal pressure or by the absence of normal competitive negotiation as might be true in the case of a transaction between related parties.
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