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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Dramatic lighting and vaulted wood ceilings studded with gold dipped light bulbs lead you into the basement of the historic hotel. Nathanael Gassett, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Sep. 2025 Cat-friendly units boast private garages and balconies and patios, while some apartments feature large patios and vaulted ceilings. Liz Ohanesian, Oc Register, 19 Sep. 2025 In addition to a Smallbone kitchen with vaulted ceilings that opens to the patio, the main level houses a sunroom, formal dining space, and living room. Miriam Schwartz, Boston Herald, 18 Sep. 2025 There, under vaulted ceilings and ocean views, refined Riviera cuisine meets artistry. Jeryl Brunner, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 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 8 Oct. 2025.

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