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Vault: meaning, definitions and examples

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vault

 

[ vษ”หlt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

banking

A secure room or compartment for the safekeeping of valuables.

Synonyms

lock-up, safe, strongroom

Examples of usage

  • The bank vault was protected by a multi-layer security system.
  • She stored her jewelry in the vault for safekeeping.
Context #2 | Noun

architecture

A large arched room or building, typically used for the storage of goods.

Synonyms

arch, cellar, dome

Examples of usage

  • The cathedral had a vaulted ceiling.
  • The wine cellar was located in the vault of the castle.
Context #3 | Verb

finance

To jump or leap over an obstacle or barrier, especially in the sport of gymnastics.

Synonyms

jump, leap, spring

Examples of usage

  • She vaulted over the horse with grace and precision.
  • The gymnast vaulted to victory in the competition.

Translations

Translations of the word "vault" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cofre

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคฟเคœเฅ‹เคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Tresor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ brankas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะนั„

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sejf

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้‡‘ๅบซ (ใใ‚“ใ“)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท coffre-fort

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bรณveda

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kasalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ธˆ๊ณ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฎุฒู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ trezor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trezor

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟ้™ฉ็ฎฑ (bวŽoxiวŽnxiฤng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trezor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รถryggisskรกpur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะนั„

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ˜แƒคแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seyf

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bรณveda

Etymology

The word 'vault' originated from the Old French word 'voute', which came from the Latin word 'volvita' meaning 'arch'. The term has evolved over time to refer to various meanings including a secure room for valuables and a large arched room or building. The verb form of 'vault' in the context of gymnastics comes from the idea of leaping over obstacles with agility and skill.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,559 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.