vault
//vɔːlt//
Noun
vaultSingular
vaultsPlural
1
A secure room or chamber used for storing valuables, especially in a bank.
The bank keeps all the gold bars in a secure vault.
2
An underground burial chamber, especially beneath a church.
The ancient vault beneath the church contains the remains of several bishops.
Synonym
Noun
vaultSingular
vaultsPlural
1
An arched structure forming a ceiling or roof.
The cathedral has a beautiful stone vault.
Synonym
Verb
vaultInfinitive
vaultPresent tense
vaultedPast tense
vaultedPast participle
vaultingPresent participle
vaultsThird-person singular
1
To jump or leap over something, especially using one's hands or a pole for support.
The athlete vaulted over the fence with ease.