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    Dôme (en. Dome)

    /dɔm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Dome or upper part of a building.
    St. Peter's Basilica in Rome has a magnificent dome.
    La basilique Saint-Pierre à Rome a un magnifique dôme.
    Dome that covers an interior space.
    The dome of the Pantheon is made of concrete.
    Le dôme du Pantheon est réalisé en béton.
    In geography, a rounded elevation of land.
    The dome of the hill offers a panoramic view.
    Le dôme de la colline offre une vue panoramique.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'dome', derived from Greek 'dōma' meaning 'house' or 'structure'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a dome
    To build a structure in the shape of a dome.
    faire un dôme
    to be under the dome
    To be in a position of authority or influence.
    être sous le dôme

    Related Words

    cupola
    A spherical structure that covers a space.
    coupole
    vault
    Architectural structure in an arch serving as a ceiling or covering.
    voûte
    apse
    Part of a church, often behind the choir, often vaulted.
    abside

    Slang Meanings

    Dome of the mind or imagination.
    He has ideas that seem to come from a distant dome.
    Il a des idées qui semblent venir d'un dôme lointain.
    A refuge or a safe place.
    This house is my dome, I feel protected in it.
    Cette maison est mon dôme, je m'y sens protégé.