vaults

noun

the act of jumping over an obstacle

an arched brick or stone ceiling or roof

a strongroom or compartment (often made of steel) for safekeeping of valuables

a burial chamber (usually underground)

verb

bound vigorously

jump across or leap over (an obstacle)

Roots

volvovault- · Latin · roll, turn

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Where does vaults come from?

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