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Definition of vaulting - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
leaping actionact of leaping or springing over something
- The athlete's vaulting over the hurdles was flawless.
2.
arched constructionTECH. arched structure in architectureTECH.
- The cathedral's vaulting supported the massive roof beautifully.
3.
equestrian sportTECH. sport involving gymnastics on horsebackTECH.
- Vaulting requires balance and coordination on a moving horse.
Adjective
1.
sportsrelated to the action or style of jumping or leaping
- The vaulting movements of the gymnast were impressive.
2.
ambitionexcessively ambitious or overreaching
- His vaulting ambition led him to take on too much.
Images of vaulting
arched structure in architecture
Expressions with vaulting
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overreaching desire for success or power
Her vaulting ambition drove her to betray her friends.
gymnastic equipment with padded body for vaulting
She jumped over the vaulting horse in gym class.
sport where people jump over a bar using a long pole
Pole-vaulting requires speed, strength, and good technique.
gymnastics and dance on a moving horse
Equestrian vaulting requires balance and coordination.
vaulting with ribs spreading like a fan
The cathedral features stunning fan vaulting in its nave.
Origin of vaulting
Latin, volutus (rolled)
Terms with vaulting included in their meaning
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sports
gymnastics equipment for vaulting
athletics
athlete who competes in pole vaulting events
sports
equipment used in gymnastics for vaulting or pommel exercises
gymnastics
gymnastic apparatus for vaulting exercises
gymnastics
gymnastic horse used for vaulting
sports
rubber cap on a pole vaulting pole
architecture
Gothic architecture with vertical lines and fan vaulting
building
division of a building marked by vaulting
architecture
gallery of arches above side-aisle vaulting in a church
gymnastics equipment
gymnastic equipment with padded body for vaulting
architecture
vaulting with ribs spreading like a fan
sport-related
related to the sport of pole vaulting
Examples of vaulting in a sentence
Vaulting requires strength and agility. The ancient vaulting added grandeur to the hall. The museum's vaulting was an architectural marvel. Vaulting competitions are held annually in the town. She practiced vaulting every weekend at the equestrian center. The dancer's vaulting leaps captivated the audience.
His vaulting technique was flawless. Her vaulting dreams often led to disappointment. The vaulting goals of the project were unrealistic.
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- French:saut, sautant, ...
- German:Springen, springend, ...
- Italian:salto, di salto, ...
- Spanish:salto, de salto, ...
- Portuguese:salto, saltitante, ...
- Chinese:跳跃, 跳跃的, ...
- Japanese:跳躍, 跳躍する, ...
- Arabic:وَثْب, قَفْزِي, ...
- Hebrew:קְפִיצָה, אַקְרוֹבָּטִי, ...
- Russian:прыжок, прыгающий, ...
- Ukrainian:стрибання, стрибковий, ...
- Hindi:उछलना, उछलता हुआ, ...
Definition of vault - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
securitysecure room for storing valuables
- The bank's vault is heavily guarded.
2.
gymnasticsTECH. gymnastic apparatus for jumpingTECH.
- She practiced on the vault for hours.
3.
architectureTECH. arched structure forming a ceiling or roofTECH.
- The cathedral's vault was beautifully decorated.
4.
sportTECH. act of jumping over an obstacleTECH.
- His vault over the fence was impressive.
5.
burialunderground burial chamber
- The family vault was sealed after the ceremony.
Verb
1.
jumpingtr./intr. TECH. jump over an obstacle using hands or feettr./intr. TECH.
- She vaulted the fence effortlessly.
2.
constructiontr. TECH. build or cover with an arched structuretr. TECH.
- They vaulted the ceiling with beautiful arches.
Images of vault
secure room for storing valuables 
gymnastic apparatus for jumping 
arched structure forming a ceiling or roof 
underground burial chamber
Expressions with vault
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suddenly become very famous or important
The young actor vaulted into prominence after his breakout role.
secure room in a bank for storing valuables
The bank vault was equipped with the latest security technology.
safe place to keep digital files
The company uses a digital vault for sensitive data.
jump quickly onto a horse's saddle
She vaulted into the saddle with ease.
toilet with a sealed underground waste tank
The campsite had a vault toilet for visitors.
athletics event using a pole to jump high
She won the gold medal in pole vault.
arched roof shaped like a half cylinder
The church has a barrel vault over the nave.
vault formed by intersecting barrel vaults
The cathedral features a stunning groined vault.
architectural feature with arched ribs supporting a ceiling
The cathedral's rib vault was an engineering marvel.
architectural element with arched form and intersecting ribs
The cathedral's nave is adorned with a magnificent ribbed vault.
curved roof or ceiling like a tunnel
The ancient church has a tunnel vault.
the sky as a vast arching dome
The stars twinkled in the vault of heaven.
place where wine is stored securely
The wine vault kept the bottles at perfect temperature.
the universe seen as a vast space
The celestial vault is full of mysteries.
Origin of vault
Latin, volutus (rolled)
Examples of vault in a sentence
The vault requires a special code to open. The gymnast executed a perfect landing after the vault. He watched the competition from the vault sidelines. The ancient vault held many secrets. A vault in the museum displayed rare artifacts. Her vault cleared the hurdle cleanly.
The gymnast practiced her vault before the competition. The ancient vault contained several historical artifacts. They discovered a hidden vault beneath the church. He vaulted over the stream with ease. The gymnast vaulted the horse with precision. The ancient builders vaulted the chamber with precision. They decided to vault the passageway for added strength.
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- French:coffre-fort, franchir, ...
- German:Tresor, überspringen, ...
- Italian:caveau, scavalcare, ...
- Spanish:bóveda, saltar, ...
- Portuguese:cofre, saltar, ...
- Chinese:金库, 跃过, ...
- Japanese:金庫室, 飛び越える, ...
- Arabic:خزنة, قَفَزَ, ...
- Hebrew:כַּסֶּפֶת, לְדַלֵּג מֵעַל, ...
- Russian:хранилище, перепрыгивать, ...
- Ukrainian:сховище, перестрибнути, ...
- Hindi:तिजोरी, फांदना, ...
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