leveche

/ləˈvɛtʃi/ (luh-VETCH-ee)

Definitions

1. noun

A levetche is a type of medieval architectural vault, particularly one with a low, barrel-shaped ceiling.

“The old church featured a beautiful levetche that supported the weight of the stone roof.”

Synonyms

  • ribbed vault
  • barrel vault

Antonyms

  • arched vault
  • dome