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groined vault

/ɡrɔɪnd vɔːlt/

Tradução: Tipo de abóbada formada pelo cruzamento perpendicular de duas abóbadas de berço, criando uma estrutura em cruz ou com arestas, frequentemente usada em tetos e coberturas.

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/ɡrɔɪnd vɔːlt/C1formalart
  • ptTipo de abóbada formada pelo cruzamento perpendicular de duas abóbadas de berço, criando uma estrutura em cruz ou com arestas, frequentemente usada em tetos e coberturas.

A type of architectural vault formed by the intersection at right angles of two barrel vaults, creating a cross-shaped or groined structure often used in ceilings and roofs.

  1. Architectural vaultC1formal

    A groined vault is a type of vault formed by the intersection of two barrel vaults at right angles, creating a cross-like shape.

    ptabóbada de aresta

    • The cathedral's ceiling features a magnificent groined vault.
    • Roman architects perfected the use of the groined vault in large public buildings.
    • The groined vault allowed for more open interior spaces than earlier designs.