undercroft

/ˈʌndəkrɒft/

Definitions

1. noun

a vaulted or arched space beneath a building, often a medieval church or a large hall; an underground chamber or room, especially one beneath a church or a large hall.

“The undercroft of the ancient church was a must-see for any history buff.”

Synonyms

  • crypt
  • vault

Antonyms

  • aboveground