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Vault

/vɒlt/

An arched masonry structure supporting and forming a ceiling, whether freestanding or forming part of a larger building.

📖 Definitions of "Vault"

noun
  1. 1

    An arched masonry structure supporting and forming a ceiling, whether freestanding or forming part of a larger building.

  2. 2

    Any arched ceiling or roof.

  3. 3

    Anything resembling such a downward-facing concave structure, particularly the sky and caves.

  4. 4

    The space covered by an arched roof, particularly underground rooms and church crypts.

verb
  1. 1

    To build as, or cover with a vault.

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