vaute

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Middle English

vaute (1)

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Old French volte, from Latin voluta, modification of volūta.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈvau̯t(ə)/, /ˈvɔu̯t(ə)/

Noun

vaute (plural vautes)

  1. An arched supporting structure; a vault.
  2. A chamber or cellar, especially if vaulted.

Descendants

  • English: vault
  • Scots: vowt
  • Welsh: fowt

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