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

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Explore the Maastricht Underground, a mysterious labyrinth of caves and tunnels, or browse books beneath soaring vaulted ceilings at Boekhandel Dominicanen, a bookstore housed in a 700-year-old church. Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025 The historic yet modernized living spaces span three levels and boast a mix of hardwood and tile floors, vaulted wood-beam ceilings, plaster walls, glass doorknobs, vintage light fixtures, and interior doors crafted from solid wood. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 July 2025 The top floor serves as a vaulted master suite sanctuary, complete with lofted ceilings, a spa-like ensuite, and a large walk-in closet – a peaceful retreat tucked away from busy daily life. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025 His eyes rolled up toward the vaulted Garden roof and beyond. Timothy Crouse, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for vaulted

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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“Vaulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaulted. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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