What does VAULT mean?

Definition of Vault

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

• Noun: a large room or chamber used for storage, especially an underground one.
• Verb: to jump or leap over something with the help of ones hands or a pole.

Pronunciations:

• US: /vɔlt/
• UK: /vɒlt/

Origin and Usage:

The word vault originated from the Old French word voute which means arch. The noun sense of the word vault has been in use since the 14th century, while the verb sense has been in use since the 16th century. The noun sense of the word refers to an arched roof or ceiling, while the verb sense refers to jumping over something with the help of ones hands or a pole.

Synonyms:

• storehouse
• repository
• chamber
• leap
• jump

Related Words:

• fault
• valet
• halve
• salve
• calve

Example Sentences:

• The bank vault was filled with gold bars.
• He vaulted over the fence with ease.