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voûte

vault, arch

noun VOOT Rare
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Origin: from Latin volvere 'to roll/turn'

Usage Note

Voûte refers to an arched ceiling or structural vault in architecture, as well as natural arch-like formations (voûte céleste — 'the vault of the sky'). The circumflex accent distinguishes it from other forms. Voûté as an adjective describes a stooped or hunched posture.

Examples

"La voûte de la cathédrale est impressionnante."

Natural Translation

The cathedral vault is impressive.

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