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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With stone walls, vaulted ceilings, and Renaissance cloister, Parador is a prime example of Gothic architecture. Carlsen Jes, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2025 Photo : Gabriel Zimmer/Catskill Image The kitchen also boasts oak cabinetry and an original vaulted firebrick ceiling. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 19 May 2025 Above you in the family room, beamed, vaulted ceilings soar over picture windows — an inspiring room that invites you to melt into a couch with a good book. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 13 Apr. 2025 Rustic yet modern living space on two levels boasts vaulted wood-beam ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and large windows throughout. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 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 10 Jun. 2025.

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