cimborio

/tʃimˈbɔrjo/

Definitions

1. noun

A cimborio is a type of large, dome-shaped skylight found in Gothic churches, particularly in those of the Italian Renaissance.

“The cimborio at the Siena Cathedral allowed a tremendous amount of natural light to flood the interior.”

Synonyms

  • dome
  • vault

Antonyms

  • enclosure
  • obstruction