vaulting Definition
- 1the sport of doing gymnastics on a horse with a pair of handles called pommels
- 2the construction of a roof in the form of an arch or a series of arches, typical of churches and other large, formal buildings
Using vaulting: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vaulting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Vaulting is one of the most difficult events in gymnastics.
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The vaulting in the cathedral was breathtaking.
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The vaulting of the ceiling was decorated with intricate carvings.
Summary: vaulting in Brief
The term 'vaulting' [ˈvɔːltɪŋ] has two main meanings. The first refers to the sport of doing gymnastics on a horse with a pair of handles called pommels. The second meaning refers to the construction of a roof in the form of an arch or a series of arches, typical of churches and other large, formal buildings. Examples of these meanings include 'Vaulting is one of the most difficult events in gymnastics.' and 'The vaulting of the ceiling was decorated with intricate carvings.'
