dome
9 synonyms for dome, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A rounded, hemispherical roof or ceiling.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dome
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a glass dome
a domed ceiling
Etymology
From Italian duomo, ultimately from Latin domus ecclesiae, "house of the church" — the same root as "domestic."
Full origin of dome →Frequently asked questions
What does “dome” mean?
The word “dome” means a rounded, hemispherical roof or ceiling. In plain terms, a rounded roof shaped like half a sphere; informally, someone's head.
How do you pronounce “dome”?
“Dome” is pronounced dohm (/dəʊm/ in IPA).
How do you use “dome” in a sentence?
Here is “dome” used in a sentence: “Sunlight streamed through the glass dome above the atrium.”
What part of speech is “dome”?
“Dome” is a noun.
Where does the word “dome” come from?
The word “dome” comes from Latin. From Italian duomo, ultimately from Latin domus ecclesiae, "house of the church" — the same root as "domestic.".
Is “dome” a common word?
“Dome” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dome” have?
“Dome” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rounded, hemispherical roof or ceiling.
What is the difference between a dome and a cupola?
A dome is a rounded, hemispherical roof or ceiling, often large and forming the main top of a building. A cupola is usually a smaller dome-like structure set on top of a roof or a larger dome, frequently used for light or ventilation, so a cupola is often a small dome while a dome can be the whole roof.
What is the difference between a dome and a vault?
A dome is a rounded roof shaped like half a sphere, curving in every direction from a central point. A vault is an arched ceiling that usually extends in one direction like a tunnel, so a dome curves around a point while a vault curves along a line.
