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    Bóvedas (en. Vaults)

    /ˈβo.βe.ðas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Concave structure that covers a space, usually in the form of an arch.
    The vaults of the cathedral are impressive.
    Las bóvedas de la catedral son impresionantes.
    Capacity to store or contain something.
    The security vault is very sturdy.
    La bóveda de seguridad es muy resistente.
    Ceiling in the shape of a vault.
    The vault of the hall was decorated with frescoes.
    La bóveda del salón estaba decorada con frescos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cūbāre', which means 'to cover'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    security vault
    Enclosed and protected space where valuable items are kept.
    bóveda de seguridad
    celestial vault
    Poetic reference to the sky or space.
    bóveda celeste
    architectural vault
    Architectural structure in the form of an arch that covers an area.
    bóveda arquitectónica

    Related Words

    dome
    Rounded architectural structure that forms the roof of a building.
    cúpula
    chest
    Box or chest used to store items.
    arca
    roof
    Surface that covers a space or room.
    techo

    Slang Meanings

    Vault as a synonym for a safe place or hideout.
    That basement is my secret vault.
    Ese sótano es mi bóveda secreta.
    Use of vault in criminal slang to refer to a storage place for stolen goods.
    The hypothesis is that he hid the loot in a vault.
    La hipótesis es que escondió el botín en una bóveda.