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vaulting

/ˈvɔltɪŋ/ /ˈvɑltɪŋ/

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verb

Vouter

To build as, or cover with a vault.

Examples :

"The construction crew is vaulting the ceiling of the new library with brick and concrete. "

L'équipe de construction voute le plafond de la nouvelle bibliothèque avec de la brique et du béton.

architecture building

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verb

Sauter par-dessus, franchir

To jump or leap over.

Examples :

"The fugitive vaulted over the fence to escape."

Le fugitif a sauté par-dessus la clôture pour s'échapper.

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noun

Voûtement, construction de voûtes

The practice of constructing vaults, or a particular method of such construction.

Examples :

"The ancient Romans were known for their impressive vaulting techniques, which allowed them to build massive structures like bathhouses and aqueducts. "

Les Romains de l'Antiquité étaient connus pour leurs impressionnantes techniques de voûtement, qui leur ont permis de construire des structures massives comme des thermes et des aqueducs.

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noun

Voûte, voûtes

A vaulted structure; such structures treated as a group.

Examples :

"The architect admired the vaulting in the cathedral, noting the intricate stonework of its arches. "

L'architecte admirait les voûtes de la cathédrale, notant le travail de la pierre complexe de ses arches.

architecture structure building

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noun

Voltige

The sport of gymnastics and dance routines performed on horseback, and on the longe line.

Examples :

"The equestrian club offers lessons in vaulting, where riders learn acrobatic movements on horseback. "

Le club équestre propose des cours de voltige, où les cavaliers apprennent des mouvements acrobatiques à cheval.

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adjective

Cintré, voûté

Leaning upward or over

Examples :

"The old oak tree had a vaulting canopy, providing ample shade for the children playing below. "

Le vieux chêne avait une canopée voûtée, offrant une ombre ample aux enfants qui jouaient en dessous.

appearance style

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adjective

Exagéré, excessif

Exaggerated or overreaching

Examples :

"Her vaulting ambition to become CEO within a year was unrealistic, given her lack of experience. "

Son ambition excessive de devenir PDG en un an était irréaliste, étant donné son manque d'expérience.

style character attitude

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adjective

Performant

Examples :

"The gymnast, known for her vaulting skills, easily qualified for the finals. "

La gymnaste, connue pour ses compétences performantes, s'est facilement qualifiée pour la finale.

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