barrel vault (Meaning)
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barrel vault (n)
the simplest form of vault; a single continuous arch
Synonyms & Antonyms of barrel vault
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barrel vault Sentence Examples
- The medieval cathedral featured an impressive barrel vault extending hundreds of feet in length.
- The ancient Roman baths utilized barrel vaults to create spacious and moisture-proof ceilings.
- The chapel's narrow barrel vault created an intimate and serene atmosphere.
- The warehouse's massive barrel vault allowed for the storage of vast quantities of goods.
- The underground tunnel had a low barrel vault, forcing pedestrians to hunch over.
- The Gothic church showcased intricate ribbed barrel vaults that soared upwards.
- The modern museum employed a barrel vault to provide a grand entrance and distribute natural light.
- The city's train station had a wide barrel vault covering the main concourse.
- The archaeological site revealed fragments of a barrel vault belonging to an ancient synagogue.
- The arched bridge had a barrel vault that carried vehicular traffic over the river.
FAQs About the word barrel vault
the simplest form of vault; a single continuous arch
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The medieval cathedral featured an impressive barrel vault extending hundreds of feet in length.
The ancient Roman baths utilized barrel vaults to create spacious and moisture-proof ceilings.
The chapel's narrow barrel vault created an intimate and serene atmosphere.
The warehouse's massive barrel vault allowed for the storage of vast quantities of goods.
