vaulted ceiling — A ceiling constructed in the form of a vault; an arched or curved ceiling
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A ceiling constructed in the form of a vault; an arched or curved ceiling
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈvɔːltɪd ˈsiːlɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The restaurant's vaulted ceiling made every whisper echo like a dramatic movie scene.
- Our office conference room has a vaulted ceiling that makes presentations feel more impressive.
- The hotel lobby's vaulted ceiling was so high that my neck hurt from looking up at it.
vaulted ceiling
NOUN[/ˈvɔːltɪd ˈsiːlɪŋ/]
A ceiling constructed in the form of a vault; an arched or curved ceiling
a bride and groom stand at the altar gazing up in wonder at the soaring curved stone ceiling above them. Their necks are craned back as they admire the beautiful ribbed arches that stretch overhead. The dramatic curved stonework creates a sense of awe and grandeur in the sacred space. Sunlight streams through stained glass windows, illuminating the intricate vaulted stone construction. Wedding guests seated in wooden pews also look upward, marveling at the architectural beauty. A priest stands nearby, gesturing toward the magnificent curved ceiling structure. a ceiling constructed in the form of a vault with beautiful arched and curved stonework overhead
Work halted beneath the salted, vaulted ceiling!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Vault derives from Old French 'volte', which originated from Latin 'volvere' meaning 'to roll or turn', referencing the curved, rolling arch form. Ceiling comes from Middle English 'celen', meaning 'to cover', ultimately from Latin 'caelum' meaning 'sky or heaven', describing the overhead covering of a room.
Breakdown
Vault: Latin volvere (to roll, turn) → Old French volte (arched structure). Ceiling: Middle English celen (to cover) + -ing (noun suffix), from Latin caelum (sky, heaven).
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📝Examples
“The restaurant's vaulted ceiling made every whisper echo like a dramatic movie scene.”
“Our office conference room has a vaulted ceiling that makes presentations feel more impressive.”
“The hotel lobby's vaulted ceiling was so high that my neck hurt from looking up at it.”
“Medieval churches often feature stunning vaulted ceilings supported by stone pillars.”
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