vault

noun

UK/vɒlt/
US/vɑːlt/

Definitions of vault noun

structure(结构)

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    An arched structure forming a roof or ceiling, typically in a church or public building.

    (尤指教堂或公共建筑的)拱顶;穹顶

storage(储存)

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    A secure room, often found in banks, with reinforced walls and a sturdy door, designed to protect money and valuables.

    (尤指银行的)金库;保险库

    • The bank's vault was equipped with advanced security systems.

      银行的金库配备了先进的安全系统。

    • The jewelry was stored securely in the vault.

      珠宝被安全地存放在保险库中。

    • They carefully moved the valuable artwork into the vault.

      他们小心翼翼地将珍贵的艺术品搬进金库。

chamber()

  1. Countable(可数名词)

    A burial chamber located beneath a church or a small structure within a cemetery.

    (教堂的)地下墓室;(墓地的)墓穴

    • Several generations of the family were laid to rest in the vault.

      这个家族的几代人都安息在这个墓穴中。

    • The ancient vault was well-preserved.

      这个古老的墓穴保存得很好。

    • They held a solemn funeral for him in the family vault.

      他们在家族墓穴中为他举行了一场庄严的葬礼。

verb

UK/vɒlt/
US/vɑːlt/

Definitions of vault verb

  1. Transitive(及物动词)Intransitive(不及物动词)Verb + adv/prep(动词+副词/介词)

    To jump over an obstacle by using one's hands or a pole for support.

    (用手支撑或用撑竿)跳跃;撑竿跳

    • The athlete vaulted effortlessly over the fence.

      运动员轻松地撑越过栅栏。

    • She vaulted over the hurdle and continued her run.

      她越过跨栏并继续奔跑。

    • His impressive vaulting skills captivated the audience.

      他令人印象深刻的撑跳技巧吸引了观众。

  2. Transitive(及物动词)formal(正式)

    To elevate someone or something to a significantly higher position or status.

    (使)突然晋升;(使)跃居

    • The promotion vaulted her into the company's leadership.

      这次晋升让她跃居公司领导层。

    • The innovative technology vaulted the company to the forefront of the industry.

      这项创新技术使公司跃居行业前沿。

    • The victory vaulted him into the status of a national icon.

      这场胜利使他跃居国家偶像的地位。