vaulted

adjective

vault·​ed ˈvȯl-təd How to pronounce vaulted (audio)
1
: built in the form of a vault : arched
2
: covered with a vault

Examples of vaulted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web One outdoor living space in particular is located under a vaulted pavilion with a fireplace backed by a rich, green mural from American ceramicist Stan Bitters. Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 13 May 2024 In addition to tours, owner Alfred Eames and his team host seasonal brunches and dinners, but most people visit to see the jaw-dropping wine cellar — a vaulted cave inspired by a trip to Spain that Eames designed and built with his son. Jamie Siebrase, The Denver Post, 13 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for vaulted 

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English vowted, yvowted, from past participle of vowten "to vault entry 2," or from voute vault entry 1 + -ed -ed entry 1

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of vaulted was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Vaulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaulted. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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